Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our growing team. We design and build custom robotic automation systems for manufacturers across the Midwest - and we’re looking for someone who loves turning complex control challenges into reality.

In this role, you’ll own the full lifecycle of industrial control systems. This is a design-heavy position - you’ll spend the majority of your time on hardware architecture, schematic development, panel layouts, and component specification, with PLC and HMI programming as a strong secondary focus.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop hardware architecture, panel layouts, and wiring schematics using AutoCAD Electrical
• Specify PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and perform load calculations and VFD sizing
• Design control system interfaces for new equipment and existing/third-party machines
• Program Allen-Bradley CompactLogix / ControlLogix (Studio 5000), FactoryTalk View, Siemens TIA Portal, and Codesys platforms
• Support Fanuc robot integration (TP / Karel)
• Lead commissioning, system testing, debug, and startup validation at our facility and customer sites
• Collaborate daily with mechanical engineers, robot programmers, and project managers

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience in industrial control system design and electrical engineering
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, Rockwell Automation platforms, and industrial networking (EtherNet/IP)
• Hands-on troubleshooting and commissioning skills
• Familiarity with machinery safety standards (ANSI B11, ISO 13849, NFPA 79, UL 508A)
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow - no degree required . We hire based on ability and potential.

Travel is infrequent and limited to customer sites in Wisconsin and surrounding states.

You’ll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where you’ll never feel isolated - our full in-house engineering, assembly, and service teams are always ready to collaborate and help you succeed.

If you’re excited about designing and programming custom automation systems that make a real impact for manufacturers, we want to hear from you.


Please forward a confidential resume to Barbara Collins at View email address on click.appcast.io


must be eligible to work in the United States


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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.