PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer 163679
A-Line Staffing is now hiring a PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer in Plano, TX! The PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer will be working in a hands-on automation lab environment and has strong project-based career growth potential. See additional details below. PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer Highlights • The pay for this position is $89.97 - $104.10 per hour. • Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week | Day shift • Fully onsite position – Plano, TX • This position is a 6-month Contract role • Optional overtime available based on project needs • No overnight travel required Responsibilities • Support the development of an innovative automated equipment prototype in a lab-based environment. • Collaborate with design engineers to spec sensors, motors, and electrical components . • Complete and maintain the electrical Bill of Materials (BOM) and controls wiring diagrams. • Design, develop, and debug PLC ladder logic programs for sequencing and machine control. • Program and test motion control systems , including a 3-axis stepper-based motion system . • Develop and debug motion, recovery, and fault-handling sequences. • Integrate and program stepper motors, gantry systems, sensors, and related components . • Perform hands-on build, wiring, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of panels and devices. • Read, modify, and create electrical wiring diagrams . • Collaborate closely with cross-functional automation and engineering teams to improve system performance. Requirements • 5 years of PLC programming experience • Demonstrated ability to develop PLC ladder logic from scratch and debug complex systems • Strong hands-on experience with Automation Direct PLCs (ProductivitySuite ladder logic preferred) • Experience programming and debugging motion control systems , including stepper motors and gantry systems • Expertise with sensors, motors, and electrical components • Ability to build, wire, and troubleshoot control panels (120VAC and low-voltage systems) • Ability to read, modify, and create controls wiring diagrams • Confident, hands-on PLC programmer with strong troubleshooting skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience with recipe management, data management, remote data logging, or MQTT protocols • Knowledge of basic safety systems or safety relays • Familiarity with ANSI, CE, TUV, or UL standards • Experience in prototype development or R&D lab environments Candidate Profile • Highly hands-on , with a willingness to build, wire, test, and debug solutions • Passionate about automation, controls, and innovation • Strong communicator and collaborator within technical teams • Comfortable working full-time onsite in a fast-paced lab setting Benefits Available • Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment. • A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates. If you are interested in this PLC Programmer / Controls Engineer position, APPLY , or contact [email protected]