Controls Engineer in Sturtevant

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionControls Engineer – Direct Hire
Location: Sturtevant, WI
Salary: Up to $100,000We’re working with a well-established manufacturer that designs and builds highly automated production equipment used across multiple industrial applications. Their focus is on developing custom machinery and continuously improving automation within their facility—making this a hands-on, high-impact engineering role.This is a direct hire opportunity offering long-term stability, strong technical exposure, and the ability to work closely with both engineering and production teams.What You’ll Be Doing

• Program, troubleshoot, and debug PLCs and HMIs on automated manufacturing equipment
• Support new equipment builds, system upgrades, and retrofits
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on production machinery
• Work with electrical schematics and drawings (AutoCAD Electrical)
• Assist with commissioning and startup of equipment
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve system performance and reliability
• Provide technical support to maintenance and production teams

Travel is listed at up to 25%, but in reality, travel is minimal and rarely required.What You Need (Must-Haves)

• 3–5 years of PLC programming experience
• Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLC & HMI programming (Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk)
• Electrical circuit troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and work with AutoCAD Electrical drawings

What Stands Out

• Experience working in a manufacturing or automated equipment environment
• Hands-on mindset with strong problem-solving ability
• Exposure to drives, servos, or industrial networks is a plus

Why This Role

• Direct hire with competitive compensation (up to $100K)
• Stable company with ongoing investment in automation and technology
• Opportunity to work on both new development and continuous improvement projects
• Minimal travel despite what’s listed

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.