Automation Engineer/Electrical Project Engineer

Job Description

Title: Automation Engineer/Electrical Project Engineer

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Job Type : Direct Hire/Permanent opening

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Location : Sussex, WI

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Salary: $100,000-$125,000+

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Bonuses (x2): Annual bonus + profit sharing program

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Benefits/Health Insurance:

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• 100% EMPLOYER PAID PREMIUMS (on medical/dental/life insurance/short-term disability)
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• Up to 100% tuition reimbursement programs
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Why is Job Open: they are growing, adding 1-2 Engineers to each department, and moving into a larger facility in Sussex

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Industry: custom industrial machinery

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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience preferred but not required.
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• At least 6-10 years of total experience and 2-3 years of experience leading projects yourself
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• Experience designing and implementing industrial automation and control systems.
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• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, control panel design, wiring, and commissioning procedures.
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• Knowledge of UL508A, NEC, NFPA standards, along with electrical calculations and component sizing.
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• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and SolidWorks Electrical is preferred.
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• At least working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, FactoryTalk View, PowerFlex drives, and/or Kinetix servo systems.
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• Familiarity with industrial networking, motion control, and safety systems.
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• Troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
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Responsibilities

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• Lead automation projects from initial concept through commissioning, ensuring schedule, budget, and customer requirements are met.
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• Create and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, and bills of material using AutoCAD Electrical and SolidWorks Electrical.
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• Perform electrical design calculations such as conductor sizing, circuit protection, and power distribution.
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• Configure and troubleshoot automation hardware including servo drives, PowerFlex drives, and related systems.
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• Develop and modify PLC programs, HMI applications, safety systems, and motion control systems
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• Review and update electrical documentation to reflect design changes and as-built machine configurations
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