Electrical Controls Engineer (Rockwell PLCs & Custom Automation)

Remote People Ltd.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) match

PTO & parental leave

Direct access to ownership

Flat organizational structure

Job summary

Remote People Ltd. in Abbotsford, WI is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Controls Engineer to own controls design from concept through commissioning on custom automation projects.

You’ll specify PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, and networking hardware, and develop electrical schematics and BOMs using AutoCAD. You’ll travel to customer sites for commissioning, support integration, and work closely with Mechanical Engineers and customers to ensure successful startups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of Electrical Controls Engineering experience.
• Hands-on Rockwell PLC programming experience (CompactLogix preferred).
• Experience designing electrical control systems and schematics in AutoCAD.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to travel ~15%.

Responsibilities

• Design complete electrical control systems for custom automation projects.
• Specify PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, vision systems, and networking hardware.
• Develop electrical schematics and control drawings using AutoCAD.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Support machine integration and system architecture decisions.

Skills

Electrical Controls

Rockwell PLC programming

AutoCAD

Troubleshooting

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell CompactLogix

Allen-Bradley Controls

AutoCAD Electrical

HMIs

Servo Systems

Job description

Abbotsford, WI

Full-Time | Permanent

$90,000 - $130,000 + Profit Sharing + Relocation Assistance

Design Custom Automation From Concept Through Commissioning

We’re partnering with a highly respected custom machine builder that has been designing and manufacturing automated material handling and processing equipment for more than 50 years.

This is an opportunity to join a close-knit engineering team where you’ll have direct ownership of controls design, PLC programming, HMI development, and machine commissioning from concept through customer startup.

Every machine is custom. Every project is different. If you enjoy solving unique engineering challenges and want to see your designs come to life in the field, this role offers exceptional technical variety and autonomy.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary of $90,000 - $130,000

• Lucrative annual profit-sharing program

• Relocation assistance available

• Company-paid health insurance contributions

• Dental and vision coverage

• 401(k) company match

• Paid time off and parental leave

• Direct access to ownership and decision-makers

• Flat organizational structure

• Long-term stability with a well-established OEM

• Opportunity to work on one-of-a-kind automation projects

What You’ll Be Doing

Controls Engineering & System Design

• Design complete electrical control systems for custom automation projects

• Specify PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, vision systems, and networking hardware

• Develop electrical schematics and control drawings using AutoCAD

• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)

• Support machine integration and system architecture decisions

PLC & HMI Programming

• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs using Rockwell CompactLogix

• Design and configure operator interfaces (HMIs)

• Develop motion control and servo applications

• Integrate third-party equipment and automation systems

Testing & Commissioning

• Support machine testing and factory acceptance activities

• Participate in customer runoffs and startup activities

• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and technical support

• Provide post-installation troubleshooting and support

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Mechanical Engineers throughout project development

• Interface directly with customers during design, build, and installation phases

• Support project execution from concept through commissioning

What We’re Looking For

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related technical discipline

• Minimum 3 years of Electrical Controls Engineering experience

• Hands-on Rockwell PLC programming experience (CompactLogix preferred)

• Experience designing electrical control systems

• AutoCAD experience for electrical schematic development

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to travel approximately 15%

Strong Assets

• Custom machine building experience

• Material handling equipment experience

• Servo motion control experience

• HMI development experience

• Industrial networking experience

• Vision systems experience

• Safety system design experience

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates from the following environments are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Custom Machine Builders

• Automation Integrators

• Material Handling Equipment Manufacturers

• Industrial Machinery OEMs

• Packaging Machinery Manufacturers

• Woodworking Equipment Manufacturers

• Conveyor System Manufacturers

• Industrial Automation Companies

Technologies You’ll Work With

• Rockwell CompactLogix

• Allen-Bradley Controls

• AutoCAD Electrical

• HMIs

• Servo Systems

• Motion Control

• VFDs

• Industrial Networking

• Vision Systems

• Machine Safety Systems

Who Will Thrive Here?

• Engineers who enjoy complete project ownership

• Individuals who prefer custom machinery over repetitive production support

• Problem-solvers who enjoy tackling unique engineering challenges

• Professionals looking for a collaborative environment with minimal bureaucracy

• Engineers who want direct exposure to customers and machine commissioning