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Bell & Associates, Inc.

WI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Under the direction of the Controls Engineering Manager, the Controls Engineer designs electrical control systems for all thermal systems and process equipment meeting safety standards, project ...

AWI Engineering

Controls Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

$81K - $105K/yr

Opportunity Overview & Responsibilities Our client has an immediate contract to hire need for a Controls Engineer. This position will manage the engineering team to ensure customer satisfaction and ...

AWI Engineering

Controls Engineer

Appleton, WI

$81K - $105K/yr

Opportunity Overview & Responsibilities Our client has an immediate contract to hire need for a Controls Engineer. This position will manage the engineering team to ensure customer satisfaction and ...

Applied Engineering

Electrical Controls Engineer

Antigo, WI · On-site

$46.63 - $53.85/hr

Electrical Controls Engineer | Antigo, WI JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Antigo, WI as an Electrical Controls Engineer. You will be part of a ...

Applied Engineering

Electrical Controls Engineer

Wausau, WI · On-site

$46.63 - $53.85/hr

Electrical Controls Engineer | Antigo, WI JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Antigo, WI as an Electrical Controls Engineer. You will be part of a ...

Eaton

Controls Engineer

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$97K - $143K/yr

The Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust testing and assembly processes. The Controls ...

Eaton

Controls Engineer

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$97K - $143K/yr

The Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust testing and assembly processes. The Controls ...

Precision Drive and Control Inc

Controls Engineer

Monroe, WI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Electrical controls engineering and specification. * Instrumentation and controls hardware specification and selection. * Sizing and selection of all components required to build a functioning ...

MPI Products

Controls Engineer

Deerfield, WI · On-site

$81K - $105K/yr

We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Controls Engineer with heavy experience with CNC - for our Deerfield, WI location. The Automation Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and ...

MPI Products

Controls Engineer

Deerfield, WI · On-site

$110K/yr

We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Controls Engineer with heavy experience with CNC - for our Deerfield, WI location. The Automation Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and ...

MPI Products

Controls Engineer

Deerfield, WI · On-site

$110K/hr

We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated Controls Engineer with heavy experience with CNC - for our Deerfield, WI location. The Automation Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and ...

Brady

Controls Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

As a Controls Engineer, your main responsibility will be to develop, implement, and support control systems for Brady's Milwaukee facilities. This position requires the ability to work and manage ...

Brady Corporation

Controls Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

As a Controls Engineer, your main responsibility will be to develop, implement, and support control systems for Brady's Milwaukee facilities. This position requires the ability to work and manage ...

Brady Worldwide, Inc.

Controls Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

As a Controls Engineer, your main responsibility will be to develop, implement, and support control systems for Brady's Milwaukee facilities. This position requires the ability to work and manage ...

Barry-Wehmiller Companies

Controls Engineer

Phillips, WI · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

Bachelor's degree in electrical or controls engineering * 2+ years' experience is preferred. Candidates who recently graduated from college will also be considered for entry level engineer position ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Controls Engineer

Phillips, WI · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

Bachelor's degree in electrical or controls engineering * 2+ years' experience is preferred. Candidates who recently graduated from college will also be considered for entry level engineer position ...

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What is the difference between Engineer Controls Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectControls EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering; certifications like Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, automation facilitiesPower plants, electronics, telecommunications, industrial facilities
Industry UsageAutomation, manufacturing, process controlPower systems, electronics, telecommunications

Controls Engineers focus on designing, developing, and maintaining control systems for automation and manufacturing processes, while Electrical Engineers work on electrical systems, power distribution, and electronic devices. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in industrial environments, but their primary responsibilities and areas of expertise differ.

How much do controls engineers get paid?

Controls engineers typically earn a median annual salary between $70,000 and $100,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start around $60,000, while experienced professionals with specialized skills or certifications can earn over $110,000. Salaries can also vary based on the complexity of control systems and the use of programming tools like PLCs and SCADA systems.

What does a controls engineer do?

A controls engineer designs, develops, and maintains control systems used to operate machinery and processes in manufacturing, automation, and industrial settings. They work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and software to ensure systems function efficiently and safely, often requiring knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Controls engineers also troubleshoot issues, optimize system performance, and may hold certifications in automation or control systems.

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Controls Engineer

WI • On-site

Bell & Associates, Inc.
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$78K - $101K/yr

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Job description

Under the direction of the Controls Engineering Manager, the Controls Engineer designs electrical control systems for all thermal systems and process equipment meeting safety standards, project deadlines and project cost constraints to meet or exceed our customer’s needs. May be required to assist in directing and coordinating activities to meet project specifications and deadlines.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide all aspects of the equipment electrical design including necessary calculations, advance orders of long lead components, ladder logic electrical schematics, control panel layouts with complete bills of material, software design for PLC’s, software design for HMI’s using sound practical engineering principles and safety standard, while meeting project deadlines, estimated engineering hours and estimated equipment cost constraints.
  • Support Quality Assurance personnel and assist in the testing of equipment prior to customer buy-offs, including trouble shooting of PLC and HMI software programs where applicable to ensure safe and proper equipment operation.
  • Act as technical resource for Sales, Applications, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Field Service assisting in addressing and resolving questions and issues.
  • Participate on cross-functional teams to address and resolve manufacturing, design and quality problems and ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes and methods.
  • Assist in documenting training procedures for new engineers and developing metrics to gauge their progress.
  • Provide written sequence of operation and technical support in creating instruction manuals.
  • Manage and assist in maintaining the electrical estimating workbook.
  • Compile input from engineers, Sales, Manufacturing, and vendors and use this information to work with lower level engineers to write and maintain engineering design standards. This includes standard engineering drawings, standard software designs for PLC’s and HMI’s and standard engineering practices for oven design and vendor design data.
  • Assist engineers in determining engineering resource requirements to maintain budgeted business levels.


Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as project and customer specifications, professional codes and standards and engineering drawings. Understanding of industrial controls and electrical schematics.
  • Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks and make clear, timely decisions that are in the best interest of the department and the organization. Possess the ability to see an issue or situation from different points of view.
  • Ability to listen attentively, ask questions ensuring clear expectations, follow directions and provide prompt continuous follow-up.


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • 1-7 years of experience PLC Programming

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