Project Engineer – Industrial Automation & Controls
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Milwaukee, WI · Posted October 22, 2026
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Where Milwaukee, WI ranks
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November 2026
- #5Best all-round cities for mid-career professionals in the Great Lakes58 / 100 · of 16
- #6Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Great Lakes172 openings · of 48
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- #7Best cities for entry-level jobs that want AI skills in the Midwest5% · of 52
- #7Best cities for entry-level jobs that want AI skills in the Great Lakes5% · of 38
- #7Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Midwest90 jobs · of 51
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- Best cities for engineering pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($216k)
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Pay compared with the market
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About the job
A growing industrial automation and controls organization is seeking a Project Engineer to support custom automation, control panel, and systems integration projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing technical problem solving with customer interaction, project coordination, and quoting responsibilities.
Our client is looking for someone with practical exposure to industrial automation and controls who can effectively communicate with customers, coordinate projects, and support solutions from concept through implementation.