Electrical and Controls Engineer

Internetwork Expert; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + 10 paid holidays

Flexible work schedule

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short‑term and long‑term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead design, programming, and integration of advanced automation and electrical systems for food & beverage projects. This senior role drives electrical design excellence, supports commissioning, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performance solutions.

You’ll work with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure systems meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 7+ years in industrial electrical engineering, automation, and controls integration.
• Strong Rockwell Automation PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise and field commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
• Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
• Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20–30%).

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Rockwell PLC/HMI/SCADA

NEC/NFPA 70E/UL 508A knowledge

Job description

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead the design, programming, and integration of advanced automation and electrical systems for food & beverage processing projects. This senior technical role will drive electrical design excellence, support commissioning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performance solutions.

You’ll work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, contractors, and integrators to ensure every system meets client expectations and Sharpe’s commitment to quality, innovation, and our Core Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Responsibility, Commitment to Stakeholders, and People-Centric Focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design including schematics, panel layouts, power distribution, and motor control systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming (Rockwell preferred).
• Create control narratives, I/O lists, and functional descriptions.
• Oversee contractors and integrators during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Maintain electrical and controls standards; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote safety and quality.
• Travel to client sites for installation support, commissioning, and field work (20–30%).

Why Join Sharpe?

At Sharpe, you’ll join a people-centric organization dedicated to collaboration, integrity, and technical excellence. You’ll play a key role in shaping how electrical and controls systems are delivered across complex capital projects, contributing directly to innovation and client success in the food & beverage industry.

You’ll join a people-centric organization built on collaboration, responsibility, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our clients and our team. Here, your leadership drives continuous improvement, supports innovation, and contributes to the long‑term success of a growing company. If you’re motivated by making an impact, building strong partnerships, and leading projects that truly deliver value, Sharpe is the place to do your best work.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (required).
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, automation, and controls integration.
• Strong expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms (PLC/HMI/SCADA).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, UL 508A, and related codes.
• Experience coordinating contractors and executing field commissioning.
• Strong communication, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required; passport eligibility preferred.
• Preferred: based within a few hours' drive of Madison, WI or Amherst, WI, given the on‑site and travel components of this role.

Sharpe Engineering offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and work‑life balance. Our benefits includepaid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays, aflexible work schedule, andmedical, dental, and vision insurance. We also provideshort‑term and long‑term disability coverage, as well aslife insurance, helping ensure peace of mind for you and your family.

• paid time off (PTO) plus 10 paid holidays
• a flexible work schedule
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• life insurance

Sharpe Engineering & Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.