Electrical Engineer

5 Star Recruitment; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Control System Design Engineer located in Sussex, Wisconsin. The role involves designing electrical control systems, programming PLCs and HMIs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have over three years of experience in industrial automation and strong proficiency in AutoCAD. This position offers minimal travel and a chance to work closely with clients, delivering innovative automation solutions. Strong communication skills and detail-oriented work ethics are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems.
• Hands-on proficiency with AutoCAD and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical standards such as UL 508A, NEC, and IEC.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems based on customer specifications.
• Develop and optimize programs for PLCs and HMIs.
• Implement long-term solutions to technical challenges.
• Ensure designs comply with UL 508A, NEC, IEC standards.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Create clear operating procedures and control schematics.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Technical Problem-Solving

Documentation Skills

Electrical Standards Compliance

Effective Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

RSLogix

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD

E Plan

Job description

• Control System Design Engineer electrical control systems based on customer specifications, selecting components and defining testing methods.
• PLC & HMI Programming Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize programs for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) to ensure smooth automation.
• Technical Problem-Solving Identify challenges early and implement innovative, long-term solutions.
• Compliance & Standards Ensure all designs comply with UL 508A, NEC, IEC, and other relevant electrical standards.
• Customer Collaboration Work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver best-in-class solutions.
• Documentation & Best Practices Generate clear system documentation, including operating procedures and control schematics.

What Were Looking For:

• Expertise in Electrical Controls & Automation Experience designing, programming, and implementing control systems for industrial applications.
• PLC & HMI Proficiency Hands-on experience with RSLogix, Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar platforms is a must.
• Software Skills Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook; E Plan experience is a plus.
• Strong Troubleshooting & Technical Aptitude Ability to diagnose and resolve electrical and automation-related issues.
• Self-Sufficient & Detail-Oriented Works independently with a high level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Effective Communicator Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional presence when working with customers.
• Limited Travel Requirement Travel is minimal, only 10% of the time to remote job sites as needed.

Must Have:

• 3+ years in industrial automation or control systems
• Proficient in AutoCAD and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of UL 508A, NEC, and IEC standards
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision