- Location
- Madison
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Apr 18, 2026
- Source
- CareersPage
Description
Job Summary:
The Electrical / Control Engineer is a hands-on role responsible for the integration,
programming, and troubleshooting of automated industrial equipment. This hybrid position combines
electrical expertise (hardwiring, panel assembly, and system installation) with control systems skills
(PLC/HMI programming, automation logic, and commissioning). The engineer will support projects from
initial design and development through onsite installation, debugging, and post-installation customer
support, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial machinery.
Responsibilities and Duties:
-Design and create detailed electrical wiring diagrams and circuits using AutoCAD software
-Select any electrical components needed for each project
-Follow up on orders, perform hardwiring, panel assembly, and field installation of electrical and
control systems
-Establish and ensure correct conditions and sequencing through PLC and HMI programming to
meet customer standards
-Set up, establish, and correct proper communication between robots, welders, and all safety
components, through either hard wiring or communication modules like CC-LINK, DEVICE-NET,
COMPO-BUS, COMPO-NET, and PROFI-BUS.
-Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company quality procedures
-Maintain accurate documentation of wiring, configurations, and control programs
-On-site installation and support (approximately 20% currently)
Education & Experience:
-Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or related technical
field preferred
-Equivalent combination of hands-on experience, technical training, and demonstrated skills will
be considered in place of formal education
-Typically 5-10 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical engineering.
-Experience with FANUC, Yasukawa, Motoman robots is a plus
Skills and Competences:
-PLC programming and HMI configuration (Mitsubishi, Omron, Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
-Hands-on installation, testing, and commissioning experience
-Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail
-Proven organizational skills and ability to plan ahead
-Possess strong analytical skills to identify the root causes of equipment failures and propose
effective solutions proactively
-Eagerness to learn, adapt, self-starter and team player
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills
