PLC Controls Engineer

Job Description

Description

Leidos is seeking an experienced PLC Controls Engineer for work at its Walled Lake, Michigan office.  We are seeking qualified individuals with experience to excel in a high-performance team responsible for the development and delivery of market leading controls services and solutions.

Primary Responsibilities :

As a Controls Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and work as a part of a team with other engineers and consultants involved in the design and implementation of diverse and challenging solutions for industrial and commercial clients. The ideal candidate would be responsible for the entire lifecycle of a project. Your responsibilities will range from performing system requirements analysis, hardware design, PLC programming, integration, verification and commissioning of controls systems.  The successful candidate will have controls experience, knowledge of industry standards and current technologies, outstanding communication skills and the ability to meet project requirements.

Basic Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree with four plus (4+) years of relevant experience. May consider more years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and / or Schneider PLC / HMI Programming.
• Understand the Fundamentals of A / C electrical circuits and low voltage D / C electrical circuits and operation.
• Controls programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets.
• Ability to use testing and metering devices.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and software.
• Professional demeanor, solid interpersonal skills with good written and oral communication capability.
• Possess strong business ethics at all times.
• Must be able to climb stairs and / or ladders
• Must be comfortable in both a customer site and office setting
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to walk up to five (5) miles on unpaved surfaces
• Travel up to 50% of the time

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career; share your resume with us today!

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work / life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting : September 10, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range : Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.