Manufacturing Engineer II

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Town of Grantsburg (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to develop and implement advanced manufacturing control systems and automation solutions. You will design, program, test, and troubleshoot PLCs and industrial control systems and provide installation support across Parker locations.

You will evaluate new equipment, develop work standards, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts, safety, reliability, and quality improvements within cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems interface, maintenance, and training approaches and documentation.
• Furnish all controls‑related hardware and peripherals and design Web‑based UI for engineers and technicians.
• Provide technical support for system installation at Parker locations.
• Keep informed of new technologies and recommend products to meet industry needs.
• Design, program and troubleshoot PLC and industrial control systems; create wiring diagrams and interfaces.
• Lead or participate in studies to evaluate new equipment, considering technical and economic factors.
• Investigate design proposals to improve equipment performance.
• Apply automation skills across electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and control systems.
• Collaborate with teams to deploy ML and Factory of the Future pillars.

Skills

Automation programming

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline

Tools

Ignition

AB FactoryTalk

Micrologix 500/5000

2D/3D CAD systems

Job description

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting advanced manufacturing control systems, automation solutions, and Factory of the Future initiatives. This role designs, programs, tests, and troubleshoots PLCs, industrial control systems, user interfaces, wiring diagrams, and related equipment while providing technical support for installations across Parker locations. The position also evaluates new equipment and technologies, develops documentation and work standards, supports continuous improvement efforts, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, reliability, quality, and manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems interface, maintenance, and training approaches and documentation including functional diagrams, schematics, interface control documents, reports of performance, function, safety, and reliability requirements analysis, system function, and/or existing technology/manufacturing capability.
• Furnish all controls‑related hardware and peripherals. Design Web‑based user interface for view by engineers, support and service technicians, and end users.
• Provide technical support for system installation as needed at other Parker locations.
• Keep informed of new technologies, developments, products, applications, and competitor trends. Identify and recommend new products, solutions, technical brochures, and engineering/ application data needs to comply with industry needs.
• Design, program and troubleshoot PLC, industrial control systems and relay control circuits to include panel layouts, wiring diagrams and interfaces. Perform testing, start‑up, and troubleshooting of PLC and industrial control systems.
• Lead or participate in studies to evaluate or determine feasibility of new or modified equipment and related systems considering technical and economic factors, available resources, time constraints, and customer impact. Present study results and recommendations to appropriate people.
• Investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or to obtain data for development, standardization, and quality control.
• Apply automation skills along with related knowledge in electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and the ability to install, program, troubleshoot, circuitry, control systems, and machinery.
• Work together with other HPT or project teams to develop, install, maintain, and expand machine learning and other Factory of the Future pillars to help us become a model site.
• Development of work instructions and set‑up standards.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities as required.

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience with Automation, programming, and machine design.
• PLC/SCADA/HMI programming with ability to learn and excel in other programming languages (Ignition, AB Factory Talk, Micrologix 500/5000, etc).
• 2 plus years of experience in 2D and 3D CAD systems for fixture design, modifications, and schematics design.
• Installation, modifications and troubleshooting of new and current automated systems.
• Knowledge and experience with electrical equipment: 480/230 3ph, 110 & 24vdc controls, prints and schematics.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to travel as necessary to assist with equipment installation, startup, and service.

Parker Hannifin

What Is a Quick Coupling?

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $19.9B in revenue in 2025. Parker's Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
  Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.