Electrical Engineer

SIGMA-US; Garden City (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roger Wood Foods, A Sigma Company, seeks an entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will support the reliability, troubleshooting, and improvement of electrical systems and automated production equipment across the facility.

You will work alongside experienced engineers to diagnose failures, install and commission new equipment, and interpret schematics, diagrams, and manuals while learning automation and control concepts.

Qualifications

• Foundational electrical engineering knowledge and willingness to learn industrial processes.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Interest in automation, controls, and equipment reliability in a food-manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues on manufacturing equipment.
• Support maintenance and improvement of electrical systems for production lines.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify failures and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Review electrical schematics and manuals to support operations.

Skills

Electrical circuits

PLCs & HMIs

Reading schematics

Electrical testing tools

MS Office

Analytical skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our engineering and maintenance team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This position will support the maintenance, troubleshooting, improvement, and reliability of electrical systems and automated production equipment throughout the facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, a willingness to learn industrial manufacturing processes, and an interest in developing technical expertise in automation, controls, and equipment reliability.

• Assist with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving electrical issues involving manufacturing equipment, motors, control panels, sensors, and electrical distribution systems.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of electrical systems associated with food processing, packaging, and production equipment.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and maintenance technicians to identify equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with the installation, testing, and commissioning of new electrical equipment and manufacturing machinery.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, power distribution, motor controls, and industrial electrical systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and automated control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of electrical testing equipment, including digital multimeters and other diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or practical experience in food manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, packaging, or processing facilities.
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or similar PLC and automation platforms.
• Familiarity with industrial electrical troubleshooting and automated production equipment.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical or similar engineering design software.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability principles.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes involving conveyors, packaging equipment, processing machinery, and automated production lines.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.

At Roger Wood Foods, A Sigma Company, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise to systems that directly support production performance, product quality, and operational reliability. We are looking for a hands-on problem solver who can balance programming, equipment support, reporting, training, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Roger Wood Foods, A Sigma Company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodation throughout the employment process.