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—we 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.

Responsibilities / Tasks

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.

Position Overview
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.

Job Duties

• Provides electrical design, development, and programming based on approved P&ID (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, and maintenance to determine or address problems.
• Provide engineering and technical support for implementation and integration of control systems to ensure adequate and reliable operation
• Provides electrical and controls support to customers and GEA personnel as needed, including troubleshooting, and hardware/software modifications.
• Troubleshoots and accomplishes minor program changes in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s).

Your Profile / Qualifications

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

What you bring:

• Associate degree or equivalent in Electro-Mechanical Technology

• Minimum 2 years of relevant hands-on experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Comfort working with AC/DC systems and 3-phase power

• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and schematics

• Familiarity with control systems, process automation, and industrial networking

• Experience with programming PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs

• Ability to travel up to 40% across the U.S. and Canada

• At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

  GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

  Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

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