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Controls Engineer

Quanex
Rice, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/8/2026
Quanex is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team located onsite in Rice Lake, WI.

Summary: The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of control systems for manufacturing processes and equipment. This role involves working with cross-functional teams to improve the efficiency, reliability, and safety of our manufacturing operations. The Controls Engineer will also support troubleshooting and maintenance activities, ensuring the optimal performance of control systems.

We Offer You!

  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus Potential
  • 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
  • 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Tuition support for degree and continuous education
  • Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Controls Engineer position?

  • Will have an impact on the success of the company.
  • Opportunity to utilize a variety of design skills
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment

What Success Looks Like

  • Design and develop control systems for manufacturing equipment, including PLC programming, HMI design, and electrical schematics.
  • Implement and maintain control systems to ensure they meet operational requirements and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and resolve control system issues.
  • Prepare documentation, including specifications, drawings, and manuals, for control systems.
  • Provide technical support and training to maintenance and production personnel on control systems.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and equipment performance.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations, such as NEC, NFP 79, and UL508.
  • Manage project activities, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, to ensure timely completion.

Your Credentials

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in control systems design and implementation, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI design, and electrical schematic creation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $75k - $113k with bonus potential.

About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.

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