Electrical Engineering Manager

We are currently accepting applications for an  Electrical Engineering Manager  at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Watertown and Milton, WI. The position works day shift hours Monday – Friday and requires up to 25% travel outside of WI and 75% within WI sites. The role will report to the Senior Engineering Manager.

Job Summary

Conceptualize, design, program, troubleshoot and optimize automation control systems and hardware for plant and building operations. Supervise and direct CQC Electrical Engineering Department across all North American sites. Ensure adequate contractor coverage, skills, manpower, and excellence across all sites. Work with integrators to design hardware and software systems for complex control and automation applications. Develop and apply electrical control master plan to all CQC facility electrical systems including automation and power distribution systems.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Match – up to 5%
• Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
• Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
• Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events
• Free chocolate and coating!
• Annual Bonus Potential – 5%+
• Onsite Fitness Facility

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead team responsible for electrical and controls engineering for all capital projects including greenfield development
• Assign and lead electrical engineering department resources to projects as needed
• Develop electrical engineering department personnel’s skillset
• Conduct performance evaluations and coach personnel development within electrical engineering department
• Write, revise, review and approve detailed functional specifications for automated control systems
• Develop technology roadmap for CQC automation and electrical projects
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure timely and efficient execution of projects
• Design, draw, review and approve building electrical distribution systems including 480VAC-24VDC
• Program automation control systems for plant processes and building automation
• Direct contractors/vendors on activities related to projects
• Manage automation related continuous improvement projects
• Create and update electrical schematics for panel building and control system wiring
• Identify and order electrical hardware as necessary to support capital projects
• Support daily activities between Wisconsin manufacturing facilities
• Travel domestically to support electrical department personnel and implementation of electrical systems within CQC
• Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures
• Maintain regular attendance at work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical-related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical PLC programming and industrial electrical distribution in a manufacturing environment, preferably food manufacturing.
• Experience with Siemens hardware and software preferred
• Fluent with UL Standards, NEC Codes (NFPA 70, 70E, and 79)
• Fluent in AutoCAD Electrical and Standard
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
• Must have a driver’s license and good driving record

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Work near allergens, such as peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, and soy
• Good oral and written communication skills are required
• Adaptability and flexibility are essential
• Customer focused
• Good team building and leadership skills are required
• Good decision-making ability
• Project management skills