Electrical Engineer

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies•Oostburg, WI

12d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the electrical design, controls development, system integration, and commissioning of automated packaging equipment. The role develops and manages PLC, HMI, and motion control programs and works with Electrical Designers, Mechanical Engineers, Project Managers, Manufacturing, Service, vendors, and customers to deliver complete, reliable packaging automation solutions. The Electrical Engineer supports projects from design and integration through equipment assembly, testing, commissioning, startup, and customer support. The position determines electrical and controls requirements from project specifications and customer needs; selects electrical and controls components; and coordinates vendor quotes and parts releases. It integrates controls and third-party systems, supports schematics and control documentation, and establishes validation and testing requirements. The engineer supports FAT and SAT activities, diagnoses and resolves issues, optimizes equipment performance, and coordinates technical requirements, schedules, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle. The role also provides technical and customer support, maintains detailed project and engineering documentation with revision control, and contributes to continuous improvement and standardization. Travel up to 15% is required.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent training and experience.
At least 2 years of PLC/HMI programming experience; Allen Bradley and Siemens experience preferred.
Proficiency with PLC programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.
Proficiency in understanding electrical circuits, wiring, and components such as sensors, actuators, and relays.
Proficiency in using hand tools and basic electronic measuring devices.
Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to apply engineering principles to control-system, hardware, or software problems.
Good written and verbal communication skills for interaction with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work effectively in team environments and contribute to ongoing projects.
Ability to read and understand technical documentation, electrical schematics, and control system diagrams.
Strong attention to detail to ensure designs, programming, and documentation are accurate and meet quality standards.
Ability to travel up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for documentation, data analysis, and presentations.
Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens systems.

Responsibilities

Determine electrical and controls requirements based on project specifications and customer needs.
Develop and manage PLC, HMI, and motion control programs; select electrical and controls components; and coordinate vendor quotes and parts releases.
Integrate controls and third-party systems into complete packaging automation solutions.
Partner with Electrical Designers on electrical schematics, bills of materials, and control system documentation.
Work with third-party vendors to develop solutions and establish validation and testing requirements.
Support equipment assembly, testing, commissioning, startup, FAT, and SAT activities.
Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, software, and system integration issues, and optimize equipment performance, reliability, and functionality.
Support electrical and controls design and integration planning throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, vendors, suppliers, and customers to meet technical requirements, schedules, and deliverables.
Provide technical support throughout equipment development, commissioning, startup, and customer support.
Track, investigate, and resolve customer support issues; promote best practices and share knowledge across departments.
Create and maintain electrical, controls, and project documentation, including programming documentation, validation requirements, third-party system documentation, and training materials.
Maintain revision control and contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, and engineering best practices.