Electrical Controls Engineer
Electrical Controls Engineer | Southern WI
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Travel: Approximately 10%
Are you an Electrical Controls Engineer looking for an opportunity to drive automation projects, improve manufacturing systems, and make a visible impact in a growing organization?
We're partnering with a leading food manufacturing company seeking an experienced engineer to support automation, controls, and electrical infrastructure initiatives at a modern production facility in Milton, Wisconsin.
This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from concept through commissioning while working alongside operations, maintenance, engineering, and external partners to improve plant performance and reliability.
What You'll Do
- Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize automation and control systems
- Lead electrical and controls projects from concept through implementation
- Develop electrical schematics, control panel documentation, and functional specifications
- Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams on capital projects
- Support plant operations by identifying and resolving electrical and automation issues
- Contribute to facility power distribution and infrastructure projects
- Train and develop maintenance personnel on automation systems and best practices
- Participate in commissioning and startup activities for new equipment and systems
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience
- Manufacturing experience in automation, controls, or electrical engineering
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical
- Knowledge of UL standards and NEC codes
- Strong troubleshooting and project management skills
Preferred:
- Experience with Siemens automation platforms
- Food manufacturing experience
- Experience managing or leading capital projects
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- State-of-the-art manufacturing facility
- Monday-Friday day shift schedule
- Annual bonus opportunity
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Onsite fitness facility
- Strong career growth potential
- Collaborative and team-oriented culture
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, project ownership, and working in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
Location: Milton, WI
Position: Electrical Controls Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Travel: Approximately 10%
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