Controls Engineer at Gehl Food & Beverage

Village of Germantown, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting, HMI Systems, Robotics, Motion Control, Industrial Networks, MES, Data Collection Systems, Aseptic Processing, Packaging Equipment, Rockwell Automation, Beckhoff PLC, Fanuc Robotics, VFDs, Safety Systems, Vision Inspection Systems, AutoCAD

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Now Hiring: Controls Engineer Reports To: Manager of Engineering Why join our team? Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match Generous PTO & holidays Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness Other Benefits & Programs We Offer: Tuition reimbursement HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution Referral bonus program Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more Proven continued business growth for future opportunities Position Overview Reporting to the Lead Controls Engineer and working within a cross-functional engineering team, the Controls Engineer is responsible for analyzing plant processes, improving automation systems, and supporting production assets to optimize operational performance in aseptic processing and packaging environments. Key Responsibilities Support and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, instrumentation, industrial networks, MES, and data collection systems. Manage upgrades, overhauls, and conversions of aseptic filling and process lines. Provide technical training for operation and maintenance teams. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance to improve production efficiency and system performance. Participate in rotating after-hours engineering support. Ensure compliance with plant electrical controls standards and change management processes. Requirements Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent technical experience. 2–5 years of controls engineering or related industrial experience. Experience with Rockwell Automation PLC/HMI systems. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills. Experience with processing and packaging equipment installation, commissioning, and support. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Experience with aseptic processing and packaging systems. Knowledge of Tetra Pak and/or Stork aseptic filling equipment. Experience with Beckhoff PLC/HMI, Fanuc robotics, VFDs, safety systems, and vision inspection systems. Familiarity with NFPA standards, FDA regulations, and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

The Controls Engineer analyzes plant processes and improves automation systems to optimize operational performance in aseptic processing and packaging environments. Key duties include troubleshooting PLCs and robotics, managing equipment upgrades, and providing technical training to operations teams.