Senior Staff Electrical & Automation Engineer

Jobot

Lansing Township (MN)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + annual incentive

Annual merit review

Medical, dental, vision

Non-contributory pension

Profit sharing

401(k) with immediate eligibility

Employee stock purchase plan

Relocation assistance

Generous PTO

Tuition for dependents

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Electrical Staff Engineer to lead electrical design across a nationwide manufacturing network. You’ll shape standards, drive advanced control systems, and partner with IT, engineering, and OEM teams on capital projects.

Requires 5+ years of electrical experience, NEC knowledge, and proven leadership. The role manages budgets up to $40M, emphasizes ROI analysis, and supports IT/OT security. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 5+ years of industrial electrical experience.
5+ years of electrical experience with leadership and licensure.
Strong initiative, creativity, and problem‑solving ability.
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
Excellent project management, organization, and communication abilities.
Solid working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application in engineering design.
Experience with distributed control systems (e.g., FactoryTalk View SE).
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or willingness to obtain within 18 months.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Shape and implement company-wide standards for electrical system design across a large manufacturing network.
Lead the design and installation of advanced control systems, including RFP development, bid packages, specifications, and construction drawings.
Partner closely with IT, engineering teams, and OEM vendors to support capital projects and ongoing process improvements.
Strengthen the organization’s IT/OT security posture by supporting cybersecurity initiatives for operational systems.
Plan and execute complex capital projects, ranging from independent initiatives to major multi-site programs, with annual budgets up to $40M.
Drive projects addressing hardware obsolescence, system reliability, and security vulnerabilities.
Prepare cost estimates, capital requests, project charters, design calculations, drawings, and procurement documentation.
Deliver projects on time, within budget, and aligned with all regulatory, safety, and internal standards.
Apply ROI principles and life‑cycle cost analysis to ensure smart, sustainable engineering decisions.
Champion continuous improvement and contribute to the development of new technologies and innovative processes.
Travel occasionally to support projects and plant operations.