Electrical Applications Engineer - Packaging Modernization

Coesia; Davenport (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Flexible remote work offering

8 weeks parental leave

Health benefit options

Paid time off & holidays

Disability coverage

HSA contribution

Job summary

Coesia North America is seeking an Electrical Application Engineer to join the Modernization team in Davenport, IA. You will design electrical upgrades, interpret schematics, and prepare costed proposals for packaging equipment modernization.

The role requires strong electrical expertise, hands-on experience with PLCs/HMI/VFDs, and collaboration with Sales and Engineering teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent hands-on electrical experience.
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Familiar with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and automation tech.
• Ability to develop cost estimates for projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review customer and sales requests to understand electrical challenges and outcomes.
• Evaluate existing packaging machinery for modernization or upgrades.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts.
• Develop practical electrical and controls solutions based on configurations.
• Prepare cost estimates for material, labor, and installation.
• Create technical write-ups detailing proposed solutions.
• Support proposals and technical decision-making.

Skills

Electrical systems

Machine controls

Automation equipment

Schematic interpretation

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Excel

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Coesia North America is seeking an Electrical Application Engineer to join the Modernization team in Davenport, IA. You will design electrical upgrades, interpret schematics, and prepare costed proposals for packaging equipment modernization.

The role requires strong electrical expertise, hands-on experience with PLCs/HMI/VFDs, and collaboration with Sales and Engineering teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.