Electrical Controls Engineer

4FRONT Engineered Solutions; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

4Front Engineered Solutions seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer to design and implement electrical control systems for automation products. You will create schematics, panel layouts, BOMs, and wiring documentation while programming PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

The role involves leading new product development initiatives and solving complex control challenges on-site in Kenosha, WI. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field and 5+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, SCADA and industrial automation systems.
• Electrical panel and controls design experience; strong hands-on problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems and custom automation solutions.
• Create schematics, panel layouts, BOMs, and wiring documentation.
• Program and support PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Lead and support new product development initiatives.
• Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues remotely and onsite.
• Improve manufacturing processes, testing systems, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate across departments to bring innovative products to market.
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, cost, and performance.

Skills

PLC programming

VFDs

HMIs

SCADA

AutoCAD Electrical

Electrical design

Diagnostics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Electrical Controls Engineer | Help Shape the Future of Industrial Automation

Ready to build, innovate, and leave your mark on products used across the industry?

4Front Engineered Solutions is looking for an Electrical Controls Engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment where engineering ideas become real-world solutions. If you enjoy developing automation systems, solving complex technical challenges, and working on products from concept through production, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We are looking for a local candidate as this will be on onsite position at our Kenosha, WI facility

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a role where you'll be confined to a desk or limited to one aspect of engineering.

You'll have the unique opportunity to:

• Influence the development of new products from concept to launch
• Design and implement electrical control systems that drive innovation
• Work directly with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial automation technologies
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Production, Sales, and Technical Support teams
• Solve real-world challenges that improve product performance, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Own projects from design through implementation

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and develop electrical control systems and custom automation solutions
• Create schematics, panel layouts, BOMs, and wiring documentation
• Program and support PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems
• Lead and support new product development initiatives
• Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues both remotely and onsite
• Improve manufacturing processes, testing systems, and operational efficiency
• Collaborate across departments to bring innovative products to market
• Drive continuous improvements in quality, cost, and performance

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial automation systems
• Electrical panel and controls design experience
• AutoCAD Electrical and schematic development experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on engineering mindset
• Ability to manage multiple projects while delivering results

Ideal Backgrounds

We're especially interested in engineers from:

• OEM Equipment Manufacturing
• Packaging Equipment
• Process Automation
• Controls Integration
• Machinery Design

The Right Person For This Role -

You are naturally curious, enjoy taking things apart to understand how they work, and get energized solving complex technical challenges. You don't just identify problems, you build solutions.