Controls Engineer in Germantown, Wisconsin at Gehl Food & Beverage

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.