Controls Engineer: PLC, HMI & CAD Panel Design

Columbus McKinnon; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop and support electrical specifications for new and existing equipment. The role focuses on PLC, HMI, and VFD programming, with emphasis on designing controls and drawings to ensure reliable operation.

The candidate will create schematics, wire diagrams, and BOMs, and collaborate with engineers to meet project scope, standards, and schedules. Travel to customer sites up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience with electrical systems or manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years' experience working with CAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Design schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams using CAD tools.
• Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and VFD control programs.
• Create BOMs and maintain control drawings and documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure design accuracy and standards.
• Travel to customer sites up to 30% for system start-ups.
• Support factory floor integration and troubleshooting of controls.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

CAD Electrical

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Columbus McKinnon in Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop and support electrical specifications for new and existing equipment. The role focuses on PLC, HMI, and VFD programming, with emphasis on designing controls and drawings to ensure reliable operation.

The candidate will create schematics, wire diagrams, and BOMs, and collaborate with engineers to meet project scope, standards, and schedules. Travel to customer sites up to 30% is required.