Automation Controls Engineer Jobs in Madison, WI

Essential Duties and Responsibilities to which competency will be measured include the following:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced automation systems including robotics, PLCs, vision systems, and SCADA platforms.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify automation solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Ensure that automation systems comply with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, ROI analysis, and risk assessments for automation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain documentation for automation systems, including user manuals, technical specifications, and standard operating procedures.

• Maintain and improve existing automation systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Provide training and support to manufacturing personnel on the use of automation
• Oversee troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex automation and control system issues.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and advancements, including additive manufacturing, to ensure automation systems are current and relevant.
• Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to leverage their expertise and resources as needed.
• Mentor and coach automation engineers, providing technical guidance, training, and career development support.
• Act as a role model for engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Review and guide engineering work to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
• Influences decision-making through expertise, data, and sound engineering judgment.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities - This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Requirements – To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following requirements and competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Qualifications – To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience – Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four-year College in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, combined with 10+ years of experience in automation engineering within a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of visitors or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, CAD. Ability to understand and write programs in several equipment languages; including but not limited to: PLC, EIA/ISO G-Code, Fanuc Karel (Pascal), ABB Rapid. Ability to understand and write programs in computer languages to integrate and automate systems.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.