PLC / HMI Programmer - Industrial Automation Project

PLC / HMI Programmer - Industrial Automation Project contract in Wixom, MI, paying $60/hr.

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Hourly ContractThrough Dec 16, 2026

Job Description

Short-term contract to support an industrial automation project at a customer's manufacturing facility in Wixom, MI. Three existing, fully operational workstations will receive new fixtures. The work is to review the existing PLC and HMI programs for the three workstations, understand the new fixture functionality and control requirements, develop and/or modify PLC programs and HMI screens to accommodate the new fixtures, configure and verify I/O and equipment interfaces, and perform on-site testing, debugging and commissioning. The professional will also verify that all three workstations operate properly and provide final PLC/HMI program backups and relevant documentation. They will work closely with the maintenance and engineering teams. The target is to have all three workstations fully operational by December 18, 2026.

Eligibility Questions answered when you apply

  1. Are you authorized to work in the US?Required
  2. I am able to start immediately.
  3. I can commit to the project schedule.
  4. I am available to work on-site at the manufacturing facility in Wixom, MI.
  5. I have worked as a PLC / HMI Programmer - Industrial Automation Project for at least 2 years.
  6. I can pass a drug screen before the start date.Required
Accepted work authorizationUS citizenPermanent residentH-1BTN
Can you give a brief summary of your Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming experience?
What is your experience with LabVIEW (developing, launching, troubleshooting)?
What is your experience installing and configuring Keyence cameras (IV2, IV4, VS-L160CX)?
What is your electrical troubleshooting and industrial automation experience?
Can you provide examples of similar projects you have completed?
Studio 5000Required
cameras IV2, IV4, VS-L160CXGood-to-have
LabVIEWGood-to-have
Experience2+ years
Allen-Bradley PLC programmingPLC program development, modification, and troubleshootingAllen-Bradley HMI programming and configurationKeyence IV2, IV4 and VS-L160CX camera programming and configuration (strongly preferred)Troubleshooting and implementing programming changes on existing production equipmentIndustrial automation systems and manufacturing environmentsLabVIEW programming (preferred)Electrical schematic reading and interpretation (preferred)Electrical circuit troubleshooting (preferred)Industrial control systems
All work must be performed in accordance with the customer’s site safety requirements and the contractor’s certified competencies. Time must be submitted weekly through Automate America and approved by the customer representative. Any change in scope, schedule, or rate must be agreed in writing through Automate America before work proceeds. Timesheets must be signed by the customer representative before submission. Expense reports must be signed by the customer representative and include receipts.
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