Electrical Engineer

Wieland Group; Nameoki (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) contribution plus match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for their Granite City, IL location. The role involves designing automation solutions and leading projects to improve recycling processes. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with at least 5 years of engineering experience, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $150,000 annually, with benefits starting on the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an electrical engineer with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical control and power system design.
• Commitment to compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical, software, and manufacturing automation solutions.
• Create documentation such as programming diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and provide technical support.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

PLC programming (Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000)

SCADA & HMI systems

Ethernet networking

Job description

Overview

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Job Location

Granite City, IL, United States

Responsibilities

• Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of electrical engineering principles to create solutions for recycling various materials.
• Design electrical, software, and manufacturing automation solutions, maintain project scope, schedules, budgets, and prevent project creep.
• Specify, manufacture, and validate systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, servos, motor drives, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, digital and analog I/O, and robotics.
• Create documentation such as programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings, and update procedures and best practices.
• Specify, install, and maintain data acquisition, monitoring, and reporting solutions to provide accurate information to stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement projects, communicate and train all levels, troubleshoot issues, and optimize processing of recycled products.
• Provide technical support and training to Maintenance and Production as needed.
• Act as liaison for Maintenance and IT to problem solve issues and encourage creative, outside-the-box approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience as an electrical engineer with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical control and power system design and application in automated production.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate projects between departments and manage flow of tasks end‑to‑end.
• Effective communication at all levels, including explaining technical information to non‑technical employees.
• Attention to detail and task prioritization.
• Self‑motivation, assertive, stress‑tolerant, optimistic mindset and willingness to adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Visual Basic, PLC programming (Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 or similar), AutoCAD, Ethernet networking, SCADA & HMI systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety requirements and commitment to compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more from Day 1.
• 401(k) contribution + match.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth opportunities within a global company.
• Wellness programs with healthcare premium discounts and HSA contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco‑friendly solutions.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year. Variable compensation plan bonus may be eligible based on company performance within fiscal year cycle.

EEO Statement

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.