Electrical Controls Engineer - PLC/Robotics, Flexible Schedule

Applied Engineering; Merrill (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing Education Support

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

Job summary

Applied Engineering in Antigo, WI is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join a team focused on high‑quality work, value‑add solutions, and career growth. You will specify, design, program, test, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems for industrial applications, develop wiring diagrams, schematics and control panel layouts, and integrate PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, and servos.

A BSEE and 3+ years of controls experience are required, along with problem solving, cross‑functional

Qualifications

• BSEE in Electrical Engineering required.
• 3+ years of Controls Engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic; interpret manuals and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, program, test, implement, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems.
• Develop and update electrical specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, and control panel layouts.
• Integrate and program control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, and servos.
• Analyze and improve facility power distribution, protection systems, and equipment reliability.
• Coordinate projects, budgets, timelines, and contractor activities for safe installations.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams on continuous improvement.

Skills

Schematic reading

Ladder logic

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

B.S.E.E. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

Applied Engineering in Antigo, WI is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to join a team focused on high‑quality work, value‑add solutions, and career growth. You will specify, design, program, test, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems for industrial applications, develop wiring diagrams, schematics and control panel layouts, and integrate PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, and servos.

A BSEE and 3+ years of controls experience are required, along with problem solving, cross‑functional