Control System Engineer

PS Seasoning; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PS Seasoning in Iron Ridge, Wisconsin is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and maintain PLC and HMI systems for manufacturing equipment. You will support troubleshooting, collaborate with multiple teams on new product introductions, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering and 3–7 years of relevant experience. Strong PLC programming skills are essential for this role. The position emphasizes collaboration and problem-solving within a manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in controls or automation engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with thermal control systems, motors, and industrial sensors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and control systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for production line control systems.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams during new product introduction.
• Support functional testing, validation, and verification of control systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability and performance.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

3–7 years of experience in controls or automation engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and control systems for manufacturing equipment and smoker products
• Develop control logic for temperature regulation, airflow, combustion, and safety interlocks
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, I/O lists, and control documentation

Controls Design & Programming

• Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and control systems for manufacturing equipment and smoker products
• Develop control logic for temperature regulation, airflow, combustion, and safety interlocks
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, I/O lists, and control documentation

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for production line control systems
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and automation issues impacting throughput and quality
• Support commissioning and startup of new equipment and production lines

Product & Process Development

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams during new product introduction (NPI)
• Support integration of sensors, motors, actuators, and communication protocols
• Assist in the development and testing of embedded control systems for smoker products

Testing, Validation & Safety

• Support functional testing, validation, and verification of control systems
• Ensure systems comply with applicable electrical and safety standards
• Implement safe machine control practices, including emergency stops and fault detection

Continuous Improvement & Documentation

• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, efficiency, and performance
• Support engineering change orders (ECOs) related to controls and electrical systems
• Maintain accurate documentation, software version control, and backups

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with maintenance, IT, and operations teams to support automation infrastructure
• Communicate with vendors and integrators for equipment and control system support
• Provide training and guidance to technicians and operators as needed

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field
• 3–7+ years of experience in controls or automation engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with thermal control systems, motors, and industrial sensors preferred

Technical Skills

• PLC programming experience (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
• HMI development and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Familiarity with safety standards and machine controls

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Effective communication across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Hands‑on, solution‑oriented mindset