Electrical Engineer – Custom Machine Design & PLC Commissioning

Impact Recruitment Ltd; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Flexible start time

High autonomy

Job summary

Impact Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Electrical Engineer for custom machine design and PLC commissioning in Oak Creek, WI. The role covers ground-up electrical design, enclosure layouts, BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming for high-mix systems using AutoCAD Electrical and Allen‑Bradley platforms.

It is a permanent, on-site position with flexible start times and strong autonomy. The ideal candidate holds an AS/BS in Electrical Engineering (or related field), 3+ years of hands-on design experience, and

Qualifications

• AS or BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of ground-up electrical design experience.
• Proficient PLC and HMI programming (Allen-Bradley/ Rockwell).
• Demonstrated stability and commitment in prior roles.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% domestically for startups and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design ground-up electrical systems and schematics from scratch.
• Create enclosure panel layouts and BOMs.
• Program PLCs and HMIs for custom automation projects.
• Conduct shop-floor wiring validation and testing.
• Integrate vision systems and robotics with PLC control.
• Perform targeted field commissioning and client handoffs.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD Electrical

PLC programming

HMI programming

FANUC robotics

Cognex/Keyence vision

Ground-up design

Wiring validation

Education

AS or BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Vision tooling (Cognex/Keyence)

FANUC robotics hardware

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Custom Machine Design & PLC Commissioning

Job Order ID: 4782

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: $120000-130000/Yr

Web Publication Date: 9/22/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location: Oak Creek, WI 53154

Job Function: Electrical Engineer – Custom Machine Design & PLC Commissioning Up to $130,000 Base Salary Oak Creek / Milwaukee Area Flexible Hours

• Compensation & Earnings: Starting base salary up to $130,000 based upon experience, full corporate benefits package, flexible start time work flexibility.
• Work Schedule & Mobility: Flexible day shift with high autonomy; low-impact domestic travel (10–15%) for system startups and client commissioning.
• Company Culture & Stability: Rapidly expanding custom automation leader in the Greater Milwaukee area with a zero-layoff track record, an average employee tenure of 5–6 years, and zero micromanagement.
• Core Technical Scope: Ground-up electrical design (AutoCAD Electrical), enclosure panel layouts, BOM generation, Allen‑Bradley PLCs/HMIs, FANUC robotics, Cognex/Keyence vision, and hands‑on shop‑floor wiring validation.
• Strict Requirements: Associate (A.S.) or Bachelor’s (B.S.) Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field; U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder; 3+ years of ground-up electrical design; local Oak Creek / South Milwaukee commute.

If you are a talented Electrical Controls Engineer looking to step out of a narrow, repetitive role at a massive conglomerate, this direct-hire integration seat offers the ultimate blend of autonomy, technical variety, and long-term growth. Operating as a premier, highly agile custom automation integrator in the Greater Milwaukee area, this company designs and builds ground-up robotic cells and custom machinery for diverse manufacturing applications across North America. Unlike corporate environments that restrict engineering to rigid siloes, this team embraces a true "end-to-end ownership" culture. You will own complete electrical projects from scratch—taking initial concepts into AutoCAD schematics, designing panel layouts, generating full Bills of Materials (BOMs), executing logic programming, and overseeing final live commissioning. Backed by exceptional employee retention, an average tenure of 5–6 years, a zero-layoff history, and flexible scheduling, this is an ideal long-term home for an engineer seeking stable career progression and full project control.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Design Ground-Up Electrical Systems: Develop complete electrical schematics, power distribution layouts, safety circuits, and control architectures from scratch using AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical.
• Engineered Panel Layouts & BOM Generation: Create precise enclosure panel layouts and generate comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOMs) specifying component hardware, terminal blocks, disconnects, and field cabling.
• Program PLC & HMI Systems: Write, test, and optimize Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell PLC control logic and HMI interface applications for non-repetitive, high-mix custom automation builds.
• Shop-Floor Hardware Validation: Participate directly in hands‑on shop assembly and panel wiring, verifying low-level electrical connections and hardware integration prior to runoff.
• Integrate Vision & Robotics: Calibrate advanced 2D/3D vision platforms (Cognex, Keyence) and FANUC robotic cells for high-speed material handling, guidance, and part inspection.
• Targeted Field Commissioning: Conduct short, high-visibility client commissioning trips (10–15% travel) to oversee system integration, startup, and customer handoff.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• Degree Credential: Associate Degree (A.S.) or Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or Mechatronics.
• 3+ Years Ground-Up Electrical Design: Proven track record designing complete industrial electrical schematics, control circuits, panel layouts, and generating Bills of Materials from scratch (AutoCAD / ACAD Electrical).
• PLC & HMI Programming Depth: Verifiable hands‑on experience programming Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell PLCs and configuring HMI control systems for industrial machinery.
• Stable Employment Background: Demonstrated history of solid job stability, career progression, and long-term commitment with previous employers.
• Light Travel Capability: Willingness and ability to travel 10–15% domestically for client startups and system commissioning.
• Location & Authorization: U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable daily commuting distance of the Oak Creek / South Milwaukee, WI area.

Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)

• FANUC Robotics Integration: Experience programming, teaching paths, or interfacing FANUC robotic arms alongside PLC cell controllers.
• Advanced Vision & SCADA: Familiarity with Cognex, Keyence, FANUC iR Vision systems, or Ignition SCADA platforms.
• Hands‑On Electrical Assembly: Direct experience with panel wiring, motor drive configuration (VFDs), and low‑voltage field device wiring.