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Senior Controls Engineer

ManpowerGroup
Waukesha, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
Our client, an industry leader in manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will be part of the Advanced Manufacturing department supporting engineering and production teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:Senior Controls Engineer

Pay Range:$110,000 - $130,000

What's the Job?

  • Design, implement, and scale automated and semi-automated control systems using sound engineering principles and technologies.
  • Develop new and improved manufacturing processes through theoretical and practical engineering applications.
  • Establish factory and line/machine level control standards and specifications for internal and external teams.
  • Act as the corporate SME for plant control systems programming, including architecting, writing, and debugging PLC ladder logic and IPC software.
  • Implement ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant safety systems for safeguarding manufacturing equipment and robots.

What's Needed?

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • 7 years of experience with Rockwell Logix platforms.
  • Expertise in designing, programming, and validating controls for high-volume automated manufacturing equipment.
  • Experience in designing control hardware and OT infrastructures, including industrial communication protocols.
  • Strong knowledge of machine safety circuits, safety PLC programming, and Industry 4.0 software platforms such as SCADA, Historians, and OPC Servers.

What's in it for me?

  • Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
  • Annual bonus package of 6%.
  • State-of-the-art facility with amenities such as an onsite gym, walking trails, café, and free parking.
  • Opportunities for travel to other company sites for support and equipment qualification.
  • Participation in company-sponsored events, celebrations, and team-building activities.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Insurance
  • 401(k), Plus Match
  • Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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