Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin

Control Systems Engineer jobs in Wisconsin are in steady demand, concentrated in the state's manufacturing, food processing, and industrial automation sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level PLC programmers to senior systems architects. Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison are the primary hiring hubs, home to long-established employers like Rockwell Automation, Johnson Controls, and Oshkosh Corporation, all of which maintain significant engineering workforces in the state. The most sought-after specialties in Wisconsin listings are PLC programming, SCADA integration, and motion control for discrete and process manufacturing lines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerThermo Systems
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring3
Top credentialBachelor of Science
Companies hiring4

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SJE
Electrical Control Systems Field Service Technician
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Electrical Control Systems Field Service Technician
SJE
Madison, Wisconsin
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
501-1,000

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GS Global Resources
Control Systems Project Engineer
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GS Global Resources
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Control Systems Project Engineer
GS Global Resources
Mukwonago, Wisconsin
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Thermo Systems LLC
Control Systems Project Engineer I
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Control Systems Project Engineer I
Thermo Systems LLC
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Johnson Controls
HVAC Control Systems Engineer
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Johnson Controls
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HVAC Control Systems Engineer
Johnson Controls
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$89k - $119k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Thermo Systems LLC
Senior Control Systems Technician
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Thermo Systems LLC
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Senior Control Systems Technician
Thermo Systems LLC
Wisconsin
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Control Systems Engineer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
2 jobs
Mukwonago
1 job
Beaver Dam
1 job

Control Systems Engineer Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Thermo Systems
Thermo Systems2 open roles
SJE
SJE1 open role
Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls1 open role

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in control systems engineer jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
  • Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi
  • Proficiency in SCADA system design, configuration, and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and Profibus
  • Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics and control panel drawings
  • Professional Engineer licensure or EIT registration preferred for senior project-level roles

Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a control systems engineer in Wisconsin?

Most control systems engineer roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering from an accredited program. While Wisconsin does not mandate a specific state license to work as a control systems engineer in industry, engineers who sign off on public projects or take on professional-of-record responsibilities must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, which requires passing the FE and PE exams.

How much do control systems engineers make in Wisconsin?

Control systems engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $110,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,810 for the lowest 10% to over $155,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire control systems engineers in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin control systems engineer roles are posted by Thermo Systems, SJE, and Johnson Controls and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's deep base of industrial manufacturers, food and beverage processors, and automation technology companies means openings appear across the state, not just in the largest metros.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most control systems engineer jobs?

Madison, Wisconsin, and Mukwonago account for the largest share of control systems engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it is home to Rockwell Automation's global headquarters and a dense cluster of discrete and process manufacturers, while Green Bay's food processing industry and Madison's growing advanced manufacturing and university-linked research base drive consistent demand in those metros.

How can I get hired as a control systems engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior controls engineer role at a Wisconsin manufacturer or systems integrator, where you work under a licensed PE or senior engineer on active projects. Large Wisconsin employers like Rockwell Automation and Johnson Controls run structured new-graduate programs that place candidates directly into controls engineering rotations. Earning a Certified Automation Professional credential through the International Society of Automation, building a portfolio of personal PLC or HMI projects, and targeting Wisconsin-based CSIA-certified system integrators for internships or co-op positions all give candidates without direct experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings from employers across the state's manufacturing, automation, and industrial sectors. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that interest you.

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