Electrical Controls Engineer

Applied Engineering

City of Wausau, WI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$72,000–$84,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automation, Budgeting, Career Development, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Disability Insurance, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Ladder Logic, Mathematics, Metrics, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Robotics, Schematics, Switchgear, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Writing, Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
City of Wausau, WI
POSTED
1 day ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Electrical Controls Engineer  | Antigo, WI

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Antigo, WI as a Electrical Controls Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Wausau, WI area and beyond to apply.  

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

  • Competitive salary
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
  • Paid overtime
  • Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Antigo, WI have a short commute from Wausau, Merrill, Rhinelander, Shawano, Weston, Schofield, Mosinee, Tomahawk, Crandon, Birnamwood, Mattoon, Elcho, White Lake, and Neopit, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $72,000 - $84,000

Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000

Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000

Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Electrical Controls Engineer in Antigo, WI you will:

  • Specify, design, program, test, and implement electrical components, equipment, and control systems for industrial and technical applications
  • Develop and modify electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts
  • Design and support power distribution systems, including switchgear, protection systems, and facility electrical upgrades
  • Program and integrate PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, servos, and related automation hardware
  • Lead electrical integration for new equipment, processes, and system upgrades
  • Evaluate existing equipment and recommend improvements for performance, reliability, safety, and diagnostics
  • Troubleshoot electrical and control issues using software tools, instrumentation, and diagnostic procedures
  • Collaborate with electricians, maintenance, production, engineering, and contractors to support equipment installation, repair, and continuous improvement
  • Manage project tasks including quotes, budgets, timelines, and purchase requisitions
  • Promote safety, proper documentation, and a positive working environment
  • Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
  • Contribute to projects that impact communities in Wausau, Merrill, Rhinelander, Shawano, Weston, Schofield, Mosinee, Tomahawk, Crandon, Birnamwood, Mattoon, Elcho, White Lake, and Neopit, and the greater Wausau, WI
  • Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree (BSEE)  in Electrical Engineering required
  • 3+ years of Controls Engineering experience
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, code manuals, and technical documentation
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and troubleshooting capability
  • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robotics, servos, and industrial control systems
  • Proficiency with electrical diagnostic tools such as multimeters and related equipment
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to perform metric conversions and basic mathematical calculations
  • Capable of lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs regularly; able to meet physical demands of industrial environments
  • Comfortable working near moving mechanical equipment, loud environments, and occasional outdoor conditions
  • Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and support continuous improvement initiatives

SKILLS AND VALUES

  • Capable of working independently and as a team member
  • Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
  • Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Antigo, WI, and the greater Wausau, WI metro area.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 20261047

About the Company

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Applied Engineering

Applied Engineering blends talent and technology into a perfect fit for your business. We can help concept, design and test your manufacturing products or processes with our full-time engineers sitting in your office or offsite. We can customize the top engineering tools to how you and your team work. We can design and build IT infrastructure and custom systems to support your entire business. And we can deliver it all—the engineering ideas and engineered IT—from start to finish, so you don’t have to worry about it. If you'd like to learn more about our services and products or if you're interested in joining our team of employee-owners, we encourage you to join our LinkedIn network, become an Applied Facebook follower, or visit our website.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
https://www.go-applied.com/