Top 49 Industrial automation engineer Jobs in Madison, Wi

Automation Engineer
Scientific Protein Laboratories —Waunakee, WI
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- System design
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Fearing's Audio Video Security —Madison, WI
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
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- In-person
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
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Automation Engineer
US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. —Sun Prairie, WI
- $87,000 - $103,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
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- English
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- Paid holidays
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Engineer I H&B
International Flavors & Fragrances —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Databases
Senior Controls Engineer
Generac Power Systems Inc —Madison, WI
- $115,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
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- Customer service
- Free parking
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DevOps Engineer
Extreme Engineering Solutions —Verona, WI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Controls Engineer
ALKAR-RAPIDPAK, INC. —Lodi, WI
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Flexible schedule
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Engineer - Engineering
Catalent —Madison, WI
- Email
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Automation Controls Engineer
Technosoft Services —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Senior level
Sustaining Engineer – Computer / Software
Mallinckrodt —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Windows
- Java
- Continuous improvement
Principal Automation Engineer
AprilAire —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Travel
- Senior level
- Electrical Engineering
Senior Automation Engineer
AprilAire —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Travel
- In-person
Software Engineer
SGTS —Madison, WI
- Email
- Engineering
- System design
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Senior Automation & Controls Engineer
M4 Control Systems —Madison, WI
- $120,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
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Project/Design Specialist - Electric Distribution
EN Engineering LLC —Madison, WI
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
Energy Engineer
Resource Innovations —Madison, WI
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Manufacturing Engineer in Torque
Stoughton Trailers, LLC —Stoughton, WI
- 5 years
- System design
- Office
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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
ACS —Verona, WI
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- 5 years
- System design
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Senior SCADA Engineer, EPC (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Madison, WI
- $125,114 - $166,402 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 6 years
- Engineering
- Windows
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Project Engineer - Electric Distribution
EN Engineering LLC —Madison, WI
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring

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Automation Engineer

Scientific Protein Laboratories -
Waunakee, WI

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $100,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Human-machine interface (HMI) systems
CMMS
Version control systems
Batch records
Software documentation
PLC networking
Associate's degree
Ladder logic (LD)

Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Join our team at Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL), a world leader in biosourced pharmaceuticals, located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin in Waunakee! SPL is an innovative biopharmaceutical leader with unique products and services supporting the pharmaceutical industry globally. For over 40 years, SPL specializes in the development and cGMP compliant manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).

The Automation Engineer is responsible for the development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PLC and HMI programs for production and utility systems in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strict adherence to programming standards (including ISA-88/S88 batch control standards), and thorough documentation practices to ensure compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity requirements, and validation protocols. The Automation Engineer will focus primarily on Rockwell Automation platforms including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPAx, and FactoryTalk View SE applications. This position works cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to optimize automated systems and advises on automation requirements for capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities include:

Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC programs using Rockwell Automation ControlLogix and CompactLogix platforms in compliance with cGMP and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
Design, program, and maintain HMI applications using Rockwell FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE), ensuring strict adherence to data integrity principles (ALCOA+)
Program and maintain PlantPAx distributed control system applications following ISA-88 (S88) batch control standards and established programming conventions
Create and maintain accurate, revision-controlled program documentation including functional specifications, code comments, and change logs per pharmaceutical industry standards
Document all automation work activities, troubleshooting outcomes, and system modifications in the CMMS (Fiix) to maintain comprehensive equipment history records
Implement and validate control system modifications following established change control procedures and validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Troubleshoot and resolve automation system issues in a timely manner to minimize production downtime while maintaining complete documentation of all actions taken
Collaborate with Production, Quality, and other departmental teams to identify, optimize, and resolve pain points with automated system operations
Support process validation activities by programming recipe-based batch control systems and ensuring audit trail functionality
Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure all automation changes meet regulatory requirements and pass internal/external audits
Advise Project Engineers on automation requirements for capital projects, including recommendations for large-scale improvements, PLC hardware upgrades, and HMI system enhancements
Maintain revision control of all PLC and HMI programs using established version control practices
Develop standardized programming templates and reusable code modules following S88 and internal programming standards to ensure consistency across production systems
Support maintenance technicians with troubleshooting guides and technical documentation for automated systems
Participate in root cause analysis for automation-related deviations and implement corrective actions with appropriate documentation

Additional Responsibilities

Support capital projects involving automation system installations and upgrades
Assist with network infrastructure maintenance for industrial control systems
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Education: Required- associate’s degree in industrial Automation, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation, Computer Science, or related technical discipline

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering Technology, or related discipline

Experience: Required: 3+ years of hands-on PLC and HMI programming experience with Rockwell Automation platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk View SE)

Preferred: 5+ years in pharmaceutical, API, or FDA-regulated manufacturing environment

Highly Preferred: PlantPAx DCS programming and configuration experience

Technical Skills:

Required: Proficient in Rockwell Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block)

Proficient in FactoryTalk View Site Edition (SE) for HMI development

Understanding of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet)

Experience documenting work activities and equipment history in a CMMS

Preferred: Experience with FactoryTalk Historian and FactoryTalk Batch

Knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance and data integrity requirements (ALCOA+)

Highly Preferred: PlantPAx distributed control system programming and configuration

Experience following ISA-88 (S88) batch control programming standards

Compensation range: $70,000-$100,000; based on experience, skills and qualifications

WHY JOIN SPL?

Our employees are our success! We recruit motivated people, recognize their contributions, and support their development to reach their full potential.

Perks include: competitive compensation; excellent benefits package - including Medical, Dental and Vision on Day 1; Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short and Long-term Disability; Health and Flexible Saving Account options; Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation; paid Holidays; 401k; advancement opportunities; team-oriented environment; community involvement; company events and more!

SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

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