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QPS Employment Group

Electrical Control Engineer

QPS Employment Group, Madison, Wisconsin, United States

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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Are you an experienced

Controls Engineer

who thrives in a hands‑on, project‑based environment where every system is custom‑built? This role offers the opportunity to design, program, and commission fully customized automation systems for a wide variety of applications — from robotics and motion control to advanced integration projects.

This is not template or repeat work — every project is unique. You’ll take ownership from concept through customer handoff, developing PLC and HMI programs from scratch, testing and debugging equipment in‑house, and traveling onsite for installation and commissioning.

What You’ll Do

Design, program, and troubleshoot

PLC and HMI systems

from the ground up (Allen‑Bradley preferred).

Integrate

robots, motion control, sensors, and vision systems

into complex automation solutions.

Perform in‑house system testing and onsite commissioning (approx. 25% travel).

Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Partner directly with customers to define specifications and ensure system performance expectations are met.

Develop project documentation, test plans, and technical support materials.

Contribute to ongoing

innovation and improvement

in system design and programming standards.

What You Bring

5+ years of experience in

controls or automation engineering .

Hands‑on experience with

Allen‑Bradley or Siemens PLCs and HMI development .

Proven ability to write PLC and HMI programs from scratch.

Experience integrating

robotics, motion systems, and industrial networks .

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with electrical schematics and control systems.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact directly with customers.

Degree in

Electrical, Controls, or Automation Engineering

preferred — equivalent experience considered.

Willingness to travel (~25%) for installations and commissioning.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Exposure to

robotics, cobots, motion systems, and cutting‑edge automation technologies .

Work within a

collaborative team

of highly skilled engineers who share knowledge and support innovation.

Strong

travel support structure

and quick per diem reimbursement.

Competitive compensation (up to $130K base) plus relocation assistance if needed.

Stable and growing company with diverse customers and long‑term project opportunities.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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