Industrial Automation Controls Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Controls Technician to join our Stoughton automation team. You’ll perform PLC health checks, read electrical schematics, diagnose sensor faults, and collaborate with engineering on small controls upgrades.

In this role you’ll test and validate new control strategies, document all parameter tweaks, and ensure safety interlocks while providing reliable maintenance for production systems.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or closely related field.
• Hands-on experience as a Controls Technician or similar automation role.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs and modern automation technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication; works well in teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in control systems and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation and control hardware/software.
• Partner with engineering teams to plan and implement system upgrades and process improvements.
• Thoroughly document maintenance activity, changes to programs, and system configurations.
• Assist with the design, development, and testing of new control strategies prior to deployment.
• Provide timely technical support to production teams on the floor.
• Uphold safety protocols and applicable industry standards in all work.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Industrial automation

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology

Job description

Step into a Day on Our Automation TeamAt our state-of-the-art facility in Stoughton, WI 53589, your morning begins on the production floor—controllers humming, robots at the ready. You’ll run quick PLC health checks, scan electrical schematics to validate overnight changes, and respond to a line call to diagnose a stubborn sensor fault. By midday, you’re collaborating with engineering to roll out a small controls upgrade, documenting each parameter tweak. The afternoon brings a test of a new control strategy on a pilot cell, followed by a careful review of safety interlocks. You wrap up by logging maintenance actions and preparing a concise handoff to the next shift—systems stable, improvements in motion.What You’ll DoTroubleshoot and resolve issues in control systems and production equipment to minimize downtime.Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation and control hardware/software.Partner with engineering teams to plan and implement system upgrades and process improvements.Thoroughly document maintenance activity, changes to programs, and system configurations.Assist with the design, development, and testing of new control strategies prior to deployment.Provide timely technical support to production teams on the floor.Uphold safety protocols and applicable industry standards in all work.Qualifications That Set You Up for SuccessAssociate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a closely related field.Hands-on experience as a Controls Technician (or equivalent automation role).Solid grasp of control systems, PLCs, and modern automation technologies.Strong problem-solving ability with keen attention to detail.Comfort working independently as well as within cross-functional teams.Clear written and verbal communication skills.Flexibility to adjust hours as operating needs require.Technical Fluency We ValueBring depth across electrical, controls, and automation domains. The following capabilities are central to the role:PLC troubleshooting proficiency and PLC programming experience.Reading and interpreting electrical schematics; electrical schematic reading expertise.General troubleshooting skill across industrial automation equipment.Machine building and assembly exposure.Knowledge of single-phase and three-phase power distribution.Familiarity with 120/208/240/480 VAC systems and high-voltage environments.Experience with CNC machine installation.Industrial robot programming fundamentals.Electrical installation practices (including conduit pulling and conduit bending).Programming of machine vision systems.Pneumatics troubleshooting capability.Demonstrated industrial electrical experience and work with industrial electrical systems.Field service readiness when onsite support is required.Background in heavy equipment electrical systems and diagnostics.Understanding of access control systems.Why This RoleIf you thrive in a dynamic setting and love solving complex automation challenges, you’ll find meaningful impact here—keeping cutting-edge systems running reliably while shaping the next round of improvements.