Project Design Engineer - Electrical
New Yesterday
Qualifications
5-10 years of electrical engineering experience in field startups, wiring, PLC and HMI programming, and variable frequency drive setup
Proficiency with Rockwell PLC/HMI (2+ years) and Siemens PLC/HMI (1+ years)
Experience with Magnetek and Siemens VFDs
2+ years of independent PLC programming (not just modifications)
Knowledge of NEC electrical code application
Strong leadership abilities and customer-focused mindset
Ability to work with challenging individuals and diverse teams
Available for domestic and international travel to nuclear and government facilities
Comfortable with extended field assignments (1-2 months) with 20-40% travel
Responsibilities
Lead electrical/software engineering teams and provide technical supervision to engineers, technicians, and other workers
Collaborate with project managers to establish requirements, maintain schedules, and ensure customer acceptance
Troubleshoot and modify PLC code and HMI programs for automated business processes
Read, design, and mark up electrical drawings including single line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and conduit drawings
Calculate electrical specifications (wire sizes, drive sizes, braking resistors, transformers, contactors, overload protection) for systems up to 800V DC and 4160V AC
Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures with customers
Maintain excellent customer relations with solution-oriented approach to complete testing and startups efficiently
Provide design improvement recommendations to reduce costs and enhance functionality
Work with project managers and purchasing to meet deadlines and specify parts
- Location:
- Menomonee Falls