Electrical Design Engineer

Morgan Stephens; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of custom structural systems is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer for their Jefferson-based team. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work culture with opportunities for career advancement in project management. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Full comprehensive benefits package

Career path into project management and other leadership roles

Supportive work culture

Job security in a recession-resistant industry

Qualifications

• Must reside within 45 minutes of Jefferson, WI.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
• Demonstrated success managing engineering tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and layouts including schematics and control panel designs.
• Specify and source appropriate electrical components for procurement.
• Manage and prioritize multiple active projects simultaneously.

Skills

Electrical controls

Fluid mechanics

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

2-year technical degree with 3–5 years of relevant design experience

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer
Location: Jefferson, Wisconsin Area (Onsite only)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (W-2)
Compensation: $78,000 – $85,000 (based on experience)
Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits package
Relocation: Not available
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

About the Company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, stable, and employee-focused manufacturer of custom structural systems and metal components. With over 30 years in business and a diverse client base that includes pharmaceutical, food, and biotech companies, this company continues to expand due to strong demand. Known for promoting from within, offering career growth, and maintaining long-term employee stability (no layoffs since 2007), this company values dedication and technical curiosity.

Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Design Engineer to develop and execute electrical system designs. You will play a key role in generating control panel layouts, schematics, and equipment specifications. The role is onsite and ideal for someone looking to take ownership of multiple projects in a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and layouts including schematics and control panel designs

• Specify and source appropriate electrical components for procurement

• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and customers to ensure design accuracy and timeline alignment

• Manage and prioritize multiple active projects simultaneously

• Perform occasional travel to client sites for Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), as needed

• Maintain clear documentation and adherence to industry and internal standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a 2-year technical degree with 3–5 years of relevant design experience

• Proficiency or strong interest in electrical controls and fluid mechanics

• Demonstrated success managing engineering tasks in a manufacturing or production environment

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills

• Must reside within 45 minutes of Jefferson, WI

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Why Join Us?

• Full-time, permanent role with job security in a recession-resistant company

• Supportive and tight-knit work culture that values innovation and employee growth

• Career path into project management and other leadership roles

• Competitive compensation and full benefits