What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Nickerson Talent Solutions?
Controls Engineer (PLC / Automation / Test Systems)
📍 Waukesha, WI (Relocation Assistance Available)
💰 $97,000 – $143,000 Base Salary Excellent Benefits
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support manufacturing automation, test systems, PLC programming, and continuous improvement initiatives within a growing industrial manufacturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced automation technologies while driving improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.
Why Join Us?
✅ Competitive Salary: $97K–$143K
✅ Relocation Assistance Available
✅ Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
✅ PTO & Paid Holidays
✅ Career Growth Opportunities
✅ High-Impact Automation & Manufacturing Projects
Key Responsibilities
- Support, troubleshoot, and optimize production equipment, test systems, and plant controls.
- Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and automation programs.
- Provide support for Rockwell PLC platforms, NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and Ignition SCADA.
- Develop testing protocols, test equipment specifications, and SQL-based data collection systems.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and electrical safety standards.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
- 5 years of Controls Engineering or Test Engineering experience.
- Experience with:
- Rockwell Automation (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)
- PLC & HMI Programming
- SQL Databases
- Visual Basic / Visual Studio
- Industrial Controls & Safety Systems
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Must be located near Waukesha, WI or willing to relocate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and Ignition SCADA.
- Electrical testing and test automation experience.
- Experience reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experience (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
- Experience in an Engineered-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing environment.
📩 Apply today if you have a strong background in PLC programming, industrial automation, manufacturing controls, and test systems engineering.
Salary : $97,000 - $143,000