Industrial Controls Engineer: PLC & HMI Design

Soap Creek Resources; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to lead all controls-related efforts on industrial projects, from design through commissioning. The role combines electrical design, controls programming, and hands-on field support in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with project managers, process engineers, and vendors, develop wiring diagrams and schematics, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with PLC hardware, software, and configuration (Rockwell/Allen Bradley).
• Experience with FactoryTalk SE/ME programming.
• Understanding of project workflows, including design, estimating, procurement, and construction support.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable and able to learn new systems and processes quickly.

Responsibilities

• Lead controls engineering efforts for assigned industrial projects.
• Design control panels for industrial processes.
• Develop I/O lists, I/O wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Generate bills of material.
• Develop network diagrams and drawings.
• Contribute to construction packages and technical specifications.
• Program industrial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Perform application engineering for sensing and control systems.
• Troubleshoot installed systems and resolve engineering issues.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Process Engineers, and cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors.
• Support project start-up and field commissioning activities.
• Perform design modifications for new and existing electrical installations and power systems.
• Provide technical support, recommendations, and solutions across departments.
• Maintain clear communication with project stakeholders regarding progress and issues.
• Deliver customer support via phone, email, and onsite visits.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting timelines and budget requirements.
• Take initiative in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Electrical basics

Networking fundamentals

Microsoft Office

PLC Rockwell/AB

FactoryTalk SE/ME

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree + 5+ years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SCADA

Server deployment

Job description

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to lead all controls-related efforts on industrial projects, from design through commissioning. The role combines electrical design, controls programming, and hands-on field support in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with project managers, process engineers, and vendors, develop wiring diagrams and schematics, and ensure on-time delivery within budget.