Senior Engineer - Controls
Kem Krest · Pleasant Prairie, WI · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Design, program, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and related control systems.
- Lead controls integration for new equipment and retrofits.
- Support urgent prototype and low-volume production orders with rapid controls setup and validation.
- Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve controls-related downtime and inefficiencies.
- Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and documentation.
- Aid in training and mentoring maintenance technicians, especially during their 1-year ramp-up period.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in automation, testing, and process control.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Controls, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and RSLogix/Studio 5000.
- Experience with CAD/SolidWorks is a plus.
- Strong troubleshooting skills in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet) and safety systems.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Pay
Competitive Salary
Annual Bonus Program
Schedule
Onsite in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
Benefits
- Immediate Health Benefits
- Free On-site Clinics & Prescriptions
- 401K Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO & Holiday Parental Leave
- Supplier Discounts