Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC/PC-Based)

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC; Osseo (WI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC in Osseo, WI seeks a Programmer II in Electrical Engineering to design, build, and deploy advanced control programs powering automated finishing systems. You will work closely with engineers to transform complex requirements into fast, reliable, scalable automation that moves real equipment

You will lead end-to-end automation, including HMIs, scoping, debugging, and remote optimization, while collaborating across disciplines to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience requirements: multiple degree/experience combos acceptable.
• Mastery of core products, tech, and industry standards for design and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to translate requirements into solutions.
• Experience collaborating across functions and leading initiatives.
• Commitment to continuous learning and applying best practices.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy advanced control systems (ladder logic, PLC, PC-based).
• Design power, wiring, and control layouts to meet tight timelines.
• Monitor and optimize live equipment remotely.
• Engineer end-to-end automation by integrating hardware and software.
• Translate equipment requests into clear design specifications.
• Design intuitive HMIs and touchscreen interfaces.
• Support commissioning, preventive maintenance, emergencies, and repairs.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to improve cost and quality.

Skills

Ladder logic

PLC

PC-based control

HMI design

Remote diagnostics

Team leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree + 7–12 yrs experience

Bachelor’s Degree + 3–8 yrs experience

Master’s Degree + 0–6 yrs experience

Job description

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC in Osseo, WI seeks a Programmer II in Electrical Engineering to design, build, and deploy advanced control programs powering automated finishing systems. You will work closely with engineers to transform complex requirements into fast, reliable, scalable automation that moves real equipment

You will lead end-to-end automation, including HMIs, scoping, debugging, and remote optimization, while collaborating across disciplines to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.