Controls Engineer

GEA is a global engineering group supplying process technology and components for sophisticated production processes in the food and dairy industry, as well as various other end‑user markets. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we aim to provide world‑class support and guidance to our clients.

Now Hiring:
Controls Engineer – GEA Janesville Facility

Location:

Janesville, WI
Travel:
Up to 40% (U.S. & Canada & Puerto Rico)
Experience Level: Minimum 2 years

Education:

Associate degree or equivalent in Electro‑Mechanical Technology or Electrical Engineer degree
Drive Innovation. Solve Challenges. Build the Future.

Join a global technology leader in food and beverage processing solutions. At GEA, we don’t just build machines—you engineer progress. If you're looking for a hands‑on role where your skills in electrical design, automation, and troubleshooting make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well‑established company with the innovation of a forward‑thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

GEA creates state‑of‑the‑art technology, primarily for the food and beverage processing industry. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 50 countries contribute to GEA’s success, collaborating in global teams, and at the same time staying close to our customers at the local level. At GEA you can have the opportunity to work with great people from a variety of backgrounds, in exciting and challenging projects.

GEA is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team based in our brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art facility located in Janesville, WI. As the Electrical Controls Engineer, you would be responsible for all aspects of electrical, automation and control systems the design, development, and production of electrical control equipment and PLC/HMI software for high‑speed centrifuges.

• Provides electrical design, development, and programming based on approved P& (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram) conferring with Team members and management, as necessary. May also require exercising independent judgment.
• Responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
• Performs pre‑approved engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints.
• Design and develop electrical panels including machinery controls
• Integrate components into the final design.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the design and change if necessary.
• Estimate cost, reliability, and safety factors.
• Use computers extensively to produce and analyze designs.
• Generate specifications for components.
• Supports the electrical designer and purchasing in assembling bid/approval drawing packages
• May assist in the supervision/training of engineers during development stage
• Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; completing technical studies; preparing cost estimates.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Reviews industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Reviews reports of production, malfunction,…