Controls Project Engineer: Lead Automation Design & Startup

NL Staffing

Franklin (WI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

NL Staffing is seeking a Controls Project Engineer in Franklin, Wisconsin. This role requires over 7 years of experience in custom automation, with key responsibilities including project ownership from controls design to commissioning.

The ideal candidate is a senior engineer with expertise in PLC and HMI programming, solid electrical design skills, and AutoCAD experience. Knowledge of Allen-Bradley is preferred, while Siemens experience is a plus.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in custom automation and controls projects.
  • Strong PLC and HMI programming experience.
  • Solid electrical controls design skills and AutoCAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive projects from controls design through debug and startup.
  • Provide ongoing support for commissioning.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI programming
Electrical controls design
AutoCAD
Customer-facing communication

Job description

NL Staffing is seeking a Controls Project Engineer in Franklin, Wisconsin. This role requires over 7 years of experience in custom automation, with key responsibilities including project ownership from controls design to commissioning.

The ideal candidate is a senior engineer with expertise in PLC and HMI programming, solid electrical design skills, and AutoCAD experience. Knowledge of Allen-Bradley is preferred, while Siemens experience is a plus.

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