SJE® Acquires Wilson Controls, Expanding New England Automation Capabilities

SJE strengthens engineered control solutions for water and wastewater markets

DETROIT LAKES, Minn., Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SJE, Inc., the global industry leader in control systems, today announced the acquisition of Wilson Controls, LLC, a provider of automation and control solutions for water, wastewater, and environmental applications. The acquisition expands SJE's PLC and SCADA systems integration, instrumentation, and UL-listed control panel capabilities while strengthening the company's presence across New England.

Located in Lee, New Hampshire, Wilson Controls was founded in 2012. The company engineers, programs, integrates, and supports PLC and SCADA systems, instrumentation, and control panels. Its UL 508A and UL 698A panel capabilities serve municipal and industrial customers throughout New England and beyond.

"Wilson Controls is a strong strategic fit for SJE," said Bjorn Haldorsen, CEO of SJE. "Their engineering expertise, regional customer relationships, and complete automation solutions complement our Engineered Control Solutions business. Together, we can offer customers broader capabilities backed by responsive service."

"Wilson Controls has always focused on understanding each customer's process and delivering a reliable system that meets the project's requirements," said Scott E. Drapeau, P.E., owner of Wilson Controls. "Joining SJE gives our team additional resources while preserving the technical focus and customer commitment that define our work."

"Wilson Controls adds experienced automation professionals and an important New England presence," said Andy Wilson, President of SJE's Engineered Control Solutions Division. "Their strengths in PLC and SCADA integration, instrumentation, and UL-listed panel fabrication align closely with our work for water, wastewater, and industrial customers."

"SJE remains focused on delivering reliable control and automation solutions for critical infrastructure," said Haldorsen. "Wilson Controls helps us support more customers from engineering and panel fabrication through programming, startup, training, and long-term service."

About SJE Inc.

SJE® was founded in 1975. Over 50 years later, SJE has evolved into a global industry leader in control systems, operating throughout the United States and Canada, as well as in international markets. SJE, a privately held company, is comprised of over thirteen well-respected brands known for their innovation and quality. SJE has locations throughout the United States, Mexico, and Asia. SJE offers a wide variety of control products for residential, commercial, municipal, water, wastewater, and industrial markets, representing the most reliable integration of engineering and manufacturing capabilities in the industry. To learn more, visit www.sjeinc.com.

About Wilson Controls

Located in Lee, New Hampshire, Wilson Controls, LLC provides automation and control solutions for water, wastewater, environmental, and industrial applications. Founded in 2012, Wilson Controls has extensive experience in PLC and SCADA programming and integration, instrumentation, control and monitoring systems, UL 508A and UL 698A control panel manufacturing, engineering, testing, maintenance, startup, training, and operations documentation. Wilson Controls serves customers throughout New England and supports select projects beyond the region. To learn more, visit www.wilson-controls.com.

SOURCE SJE Inc