Controls Engineer

Brady Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Brady Corporation seeks a Controls Engineer to develop, implement, and support control systems for its Milwaukee facilities. You will work on PLCs, HMIs, drives, and networked control structures while collaborating with manufacturing and maintenance teams.

Required is a BS in Engineering with at least 2 years in electrical control systems and industrial automation. Strong analytical skills and multitasking capability are essential for this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of electrical control systems & industrial automation experience.
• Experience with electrical control systems and control logic.
• Ability to evaluate mechanical and control systems and understand operation.

Responsibilities

• Support and expand controls and SCADA/MES systems.
• Develop, troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance production control software.
• Install, program, and maintain PLCs, drives, HMIs, and related hardware.
• Collaborate with maintenance to troubleshoot and support contracts.
• Interpret prints and schematics and maintain documentation.

Skills

Ladder logic programming

PLC/HMI programming

Electrical control systems

Industrial automation

IT network fundamentals

Process control theory

Functional safety design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

PanelView HMIs

Job description

What We Need

As a Controls Engineer, your main responsibility will be to develop, implement, and support control systems for Brady’s Milwaukee facilities. This position requires the ability to work and manage multiple projects simultaneously and interact with others; including manufacturing engineers, process engineers, process team members, and maintenance technicians. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a determined, self-motivated and organized individual with a desire to work in a team environment doing hands‑on work with control systems, hardware, and software.

What We Need

As a Controls Engineer, your main responsibility will be to develop, implement, and support control systems for Brady’s Milwaukee facilities. This position requires the ability to work and manage multiple projects simultaneously and interact with others; including manufacturing engineers, process engineers, process team members, and maintenance technicians. This is an excellent opportunity if you are a determined, self-motivated and organized individual with a desire to work in a team environment doing hands‑on work with control systems, hardware, and software.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support and maintain continued expansion of controls and SCADA/MES systems.
• Develops, troubleshoots, maintains, and builds operations networking structure with data redundancy.
• Identify, document, and perform duties required to install and maintain control systems including PLC’s, drives, HMIs, and other controls related hardware.
• Create, update, and maintain locally supported production and maintenance related software.
• Assist maintenance technicians with related troubleshooting and maintain support contracts.
• Research suppliers, contractors, and companies used to repair, replace, and/or manufacture parts including submitting purchase orders.
• Interpret and maintain documents, prints, and schematics.
• Provide a flexible schedule during the normal workweek (Mon-Fri) for unexpected repairs and variations in workload.
• Performs other duties as required. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to, the tasks listed on this job description.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (Software, Electrical, Controls, etc).
• Minimum 2 years of electrical control systems & industrial automation related experience.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical control systems and control logic.
• Able to evaluate mechanical and control systems, understand how/why they work.
• Able to multitask and effectively handle multiple assignments through effective project prioritization and time management.
• Understanding of basic IT network infrastructures, topology, security, and functionality.
• Understanding of ladder logic and ability to program PLCs including but not limited to; Allen Bradley PLCs, PanelView HMIs, and related software.
• Understanding of A/C and D/C drives, process control, as well as programming and troubleshooting PLC controlled machines.
• Understanding of statistical process control fundamentals.
• Knowledgeable in functional safety design.

About Us

Who we are:

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world‑class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2025, Brady employed approximately 6,400 people in our worldwide businesses. Our fiscal 2025 sales were approximately $1.51 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full‑time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress‑for‑your‑day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program