Sr. Controls Project Engineer
Job Description
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (Depending on Experience)
Company Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Controls Project Engineer to join our team in Milwaukee, WI. Our company is a leader in custom automated equipment solutions for manufacturing and factory floor automation. As a Senior Controls Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the performance and profitability of control system-related technical aspects of assigned projects.
Responsibilities:
Lead control system aspects of projects, including electrical, safety, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming.
Generate schematics, specify components, support purchasing, and oversee assembly, safety validation, and field commissioning.
Work with various control systems, including PLC, HMI, industrial networks, servos, and AC/DC drives.
Collaborate with internal and external engineering resources and coordinate with vendors and suppliers.
Monitor project status and provide technical mentoring to staff.
Contribute to continuous improvement in control designs and programming standards.
Requirements:
8+ years of experience in custom automated equipment controls design, build, and troubleshooting.
Strong CAD skills (AutoCAD required).
Proficiency in control system design, programming, and commissioning.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes.
Experience managing project budgets and leading control engineering teams.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a similar degree preferred.
Meet Your Recruiter
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Alejandra (Aly) Mora
Aly Mora is a devoted Technical Recruiter specializing in the dynamic Automation Division. With a rewarding 2-year tenure at Sterling, Aly’s passion for shaping people's careers and adeptness at navigating the competitive recruitment landscape make her a standout professional.
As a Technical Recruiter within the Automation Division, Aly brings a deep understanding of the industry's particulars, enabling her to expertly match skilled professionals with positions that align with their talents and aspirations. Her commitment to finding the perfect fit drives her to facilitate transformative career moves.
What Aly enjoys most about recruiting is the opportunity to shape people's careers positively. She takes pride in matching candidates' skills with the right job - witnessing their growth and success as they navigate their professional journeys. Aly is fueled by knowing she plays a pivotal role in her candidates' achievements.
In addition to her dedication to candidates, Aly extends her expertise to advising job seekers. Her advice is rooted in thorough research, urging candidates to invest time in understanding the company they're applying to, its values, culture, and industry presence. She believes informed candidates can ask insightful questions during interviews, showcasing their genuine interest and proactive attitude.