Controls Engineer

PrideStaff; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideStaff is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission automation systems across client industries. The role focuses on Rockwell PLCs, Ignition/AVEVA HMI/SCADA, and data integration, with a strong emphasis on solving complex automation challenges on the plant floor.

The successful engineer will have 3–7 years in controls or systems integration, proven PLC programming experience, and the ability to travel 20–30% for project commissioning.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in controls engineering or industrial system integration.
• 3+ years of strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell platforms preferred).
• Proven SCADA/HMI development experience and ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and program control systems using Rockwell PLCs.
• Develop intuitive HMI and SCADA applications in Ignition, AVEVA, and Rockwell platforms.
• Integrate plant data systems using Canary Historian and AVEVA platforms.
• Take automation projects from concept through on-site startup and commissioning.
• Perform FAT and SAT as needed.
• Troubleshoot complex control issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with clients to deliver practical automation solutions.
• Maintain project documentation, training records, and system reports.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI development

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certification or Engineering Degree Preferred

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

Ignition

AVEVA

Canary Historian

MQTT

SQL

Python

Job description

Job Description

Job: Controls Engineer

Pay: $75k - $90k

Location: Brooklyn Center, MN 55426

Schedule: M-F Business Hours

Full Time, Temp to Hire

Controls Engineer Job Description:

PrideStaff is working with an established system integrator in search of a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer. The Controls Engineer will design, program, and commission automation systems across a variety of client industries. The Controls Engineer will play a key role in taking automation projects from initial concept through to final startup, using modern tools like Rockwell PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and leading industrial data platforms. The ideal Controls Engineer enjoys solving complex problems, has multiple years of experience in controls or system integration, and thrives seeing their work come to life on the plant floor. The Controls Engineer is a full-time, temp to hire, in-person position located in the Brooklyn Center, MN area.

Controls Engineer Job Responsibilities:

• Design and Program Control Systems Using Primarily Rockwell PLCs
• Develop Intuitive HMI and SCADA Applications in Ignition, AVEVA, and Rockwell Platforms
• Integrate Plant Data Systems Using Canary Historian and AVEVA Platforms
• Take Automation Projects Completely From Initial Concept Through On-Site Startup and Commissioning
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) as Needed
• Troubleshoot Complex Control Issues, Perform Root-Cause Analysis, and Optimize System Performance
• Work Directly and Collaboratively With Clients to Deliver Practical, High-Quality Automation Solutions
• Maintain Accurate Project Documentation, Training Records, and System Reports as Needed
• Attend Technical Training Programs or Sessions to Continuously Improve Engineering Skills
• Maintain a Professional, Clean Environment and Adhere to All On-Site Safety Requirements

Controls Engineer Job Requirements & Working Conditions:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Technical Certification or Engineering Degree Preferred
• 3-7 Years of Experience in Controls Engineering or Industrial System Integration Required
• 3+ Years of Strong PLC Programming Experience Required (Rockwell Platforms Highly Preferred)
• Proven Experience With SCADA/HMI Application Development Required (Ignition Training or Certification a Plus)
• Solid Knowledge of Industrial Network Protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, IO Link) Required
• Must be Able to Read, Interpret, and Think Through Complex Electrical Schematics and System Designs
• Willingness and Ability to Travel 20-30% for Project Commissioning Required
• Familiarity With Canary Historian, AVEVA (Wonderware), MQTT, Sparkplug, IIoT Architectures, SQL, or Python Preferred
• Have Consistent Punctual Attendance and Excel in an In-Person Office and Plant Environment
• Excellent Organizational, Problem-Solving, Verbal, and Written Communication Skills

PrideStaff Hiring Requirements:

• Must be 18+ Years Old
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Pre-Employment Background Check
• Must be Willing to Submit to a Drug Screen
• Must be Able to Provide Proof of Eligibility to Work in The U.S.

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