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Kelly Services Automation Engineer in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Kelly® has been providing outstanding employment opportunities to the most talented individuals in the marketplace for more than 70 years. We are proud to offer a new opening for an Automation Engineer with an equipment leader located in West Milwaukee. In this role you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting cutting-edge automation solutions across various industries. Enjoy competitive compensation, a reasonable work schedule, and up to 30% travel opportunities, all within a supportive environment that values work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and optimize Industrial Robot, PLC, and HMI programs using industry-leading methods.

  • Design and integrate machine safety protocols and industrial network infrastructures.

  • Conduct in-house testing and diagnostics on industrial robotic systems (ABB, Fanuc, etc.).

  • Collaborate with Control Systems Engineers to program and fine-tune control components for seamless integration.

  • Provide customer-focused support, including preparing quotes and managing project contracts.

  • Act as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring project progress and satisfaction.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Technology, Automation Engineering, OR equivalent experience.

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in control systems activities with expertise in PLC, HMI, and Vision Systems.

  • Proficiency in selecting, programming, and integrating industrial control devices and sensors, with exposure to Siemens or Allen Bradley PLCs.

  • Strong understanding of control architecture, networking, and interfacing with higher-level computer systems.

  • Familiarity with a diverse range of production machinery and equipment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay and benefits package.

  • Reasonable work schedule with limited overtime.

  • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology projects across various industries.

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you're passionate about automation and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we invite you to be part of shaping the future of automation technology. Apply now to unleash your potential!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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