Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design control systems for robotic systems, including high power distribution, low power distribution, and all related system components and communications.

• Develop and maintain detailed electrical design documentation using AutoCAD Electrical.

• Program PLCs, HMIs, drives, and other automated equipment to ensure seamless and efficient system operation.

• Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand automation requirements and translate them into robust control system designs.

• Integrate, test, and troubleshoot control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and optimized performance.

• Optionally, program Fanuc robots to enhance and optimize robotic system performance.

• Apply relevant electrical engineering principles and industry standards, including NEC and NFPA, to all control system designs.

• Support commissioning and startup activities for new or upgraded automation systems as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wales, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Wisconsin Automation offers unlimited PTO, medical dental vision insurance, holiday pay and many more benefits

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wales,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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