Control Engineer
PrideStaff · Golden Valley, MN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $75k–$90k
- Travel
- 30%
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at PrideStaff (industrial) in Golden Valley, MN.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Automation
- Base pay
- $75k–$90k
- Day to day
- about 30% travel
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How this role compares
Against 24 other live controls postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- About 25% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (7+ vs 8+)
Typical $90k–$131k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 76%
- ✓ Automation 64%
- Robotics 32%
- MES 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Python, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Controls team at PrideStaff
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- The posting says about 30% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Design and Program Control Systems Using Primarily Rockwell PLCs
- ◆Develop Intuitive HMI and SCADA Applications in Ignition, AVEVA, and Rockwell Platforms
- ◆Integrate Plant Data Systems Using Canary Historian and AVEVA Platforms
- ◆Take Automation Projects Completely From Initial Concept Through On-Site Startup and Commissioning
- ◆Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) as Needed
- ◆Troubleshoot Complex Control Issues, Perform Root-Cause Analysis, and Optimize System Performance
- ◆Work Directly and Collaboratively With Clients to Deliver Practical, High-Quality Automation Solutions
- ◆Maintain Accurate Project Documentation, Training Records, and System Reports as Needed
- ◆Attend Technical Training Programs or Sessions to Continuously Improve Engineering Skills
- ◆Maintain a Professional, Clean Environment and Adhere to All On-Site Safety
Requirements
Controls Engineer Job
Requirements
- ✓Must be 18+ Years Old
- ✓Must be Willing to Submit to a Pre-Employment Background Check
- ✓Must be Willing to Submit to a Drug Screen
- ✓Must be Able to Provide Proof of Eligibility to Work in The U.S.
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Job: Controls Engineer
Pay: $75k - $90k
Location: Brooklyn Center, MN 55426
Schedule: M-F Business Hours
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Controls Engineer Job Description
PrideStaff is working with an established system integrator in search of a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer. The Controls Engineer will design, program, and commission automation systems across a variety of client industries. The Controls Engineer will play a key role in taking automation projects from initial concept through to final startup, using modern tools like Rockwell PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and leading industrial data platforms. The ideal Controls Engineer enjoys solving complex problems, has multiple years of experience in controls or system integration, and thrives seeing their work come to life on the plant floor. The Controls Engineer is a full-time, temp to hire, in-person position located in the Brooklyn Center, MN area.
Controls Engineer Job
& Working Conditions
- •High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Technical Certification or Engineering Degree Preferred
- •3-7 Years of Experience in Controls Engineering or Industrial System Integration Required
- •3+ Years of Strong PLC Programming Experience Required (Rockwell Platforms Highly Preferred)
- •Proven Experience With SCADA/HMI Application Development Required (Ignition Training or Certification a Plus)
- •Solid Knowledge of Industrial Network Protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, IO Link) Required
- •Must be Able to Read, Interpret, and Think Through Complex Electrical Schematics and System Designs
- •Willingness and Ability to Travel 20-30% for Project Commissioning Required
- •Familiarity With Canary Historian, AVEVA (Wonderware), MQTT, Sparkplug, IIoT Architectures, SQL, or Python Preferred
- •Have Consistent Punctual Attendance and Excel in an In-Person Office and Plant Environment
- •Excellent Organizational, Problem-Solving, Verbal, and Written Communication Skills
PrideStaff Hiring