Project Engineer

Power/mation

. Profitably quote and manage projects, including scope, cost, and schedules, for the Solutions Group .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timePewaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing industrial control projects from conception to implementation, with a strong focus on customer solutions, relationship building, and effective communication. Proficient in motion control, programmable logic controllers, and electrical control systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Industrial Controls ExperienceProject Management SkillsMotion Control DesignProgrammable Logic ControllersCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project QuotingCost ManagementElectrical Control SystemsAutomation DesignControl Panel DesignProgrammingStartup AssistanceBills Of Material CreationEngineering Process DocumentationTime Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsRelationship-BuildingGood Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical Degree In Industrial EngineeringTechnical Degree In ControlsTechnical Degree In Robotics

Industry Keywords

Automation ProductsIntegrator PartnersEngineering Control SystemsElectrical StandardsConsulting ExperienceSales ExperienceCustomer Service Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Profitably quote and manage projects, including scope, cost, and schedules, for the Solutions Group
Work on custom control panels, assemblies, component modifications, turnkey solutions, programming, and startup assistance
Assist sales staff, specialists, and Solutions Coordinators
Design, document, and implement Solutions assemblies, electrical control systems, control panels, and general automation projects
Travel to job sites for project evaluation, installations, and service calls
Create bills of material and assist with cross-referencing bills of materials
Assist customers and outside sales staff with project quoting and labor estimates
Develop strong relationships with integrator partners
Conduct project meetings, ensure progress, and communicate project issues to Power/mation management
Manage multiple projects through successful completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of Industrial Controls experience in either an Engineering or Project Management role
Technical degree in Industrial Engineering, Controls, or Robotics preferred; equivalent experience can be substituted for the degree requirement
Previous consulting experience, sales experience or customer service experience desirable
Ability to manage multiple aspects of small to mid-sized projects from conception to implementation
Effective writing skills to establish engineering processes and procedures
Ability to manage time and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequently changing priorities
Ability to travel as needed, approximately 1x a quarter
2+ years of experience with motion control, programmable logic controllers, and motor control design and programming
Understanding of engineering control systems and electrical standards
Knowledge of automation products to design and program customer solutions
Ability to work closely and efficiently with customers, vendors, and internal resources
Excellent sales and relationship-building skills
Ability to develop and maintain key account relationships
Effective communication, listening, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Good judgment and decision-making skills to handle customer inquiries

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, 401k with strong company match, profit sharing, etc.