Electrical Engineer

Job Details: Job Location: Kikkoman Foods Inc HQ and Walworth Plant

• Walworth, WI, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: First Shift, Summary: The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining automation and electrical control systems throughout the plant. This role manages control-related engineering projects to improve production efficiency, system reliability, and overall operational safety.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design, program, and integrate PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems to meet production specifications and automation goals. Troubleshoot complex automation, control, and electrical system issues alongside electricians and maintenance staff to minimize machine downtime. Recommend, plan, and execute process automation and control upgrade projects, including cost estimation and budgeting.

Produce, update, and maintain electrical schematic diagrams, control panel layouts, and system documentation using AutoCAD. Oversee and coordinate the efforts of electrical, instrumentation, and controls contractors completing projects throughout the plant. Work with vendors and contractors to ensure automation projects are completed within specifications, on time, and within budget.

Collaborate with mechanical and process engineers to optimize manufacturing efficiency, material transfer systems, and plant layout. Ensure all control panel designs and field installations comply with industry standards, electrical codes, and company food safety policies. Complete special projects assigned by the Electrical Engineering Supervisor or Maintenance and Engineering Manager.

Develop and execute long-term upgrade plans for legacy control systems and panels to modernize plant operations. Support and educate the maintenance team.

Qualifications

Education

& Training: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, or an Associate degree with equivalent practical experience 5+ years of equivalent relevant experience. Skills & Abilities: Strong experience in PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial automation control design.

(e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens) Industrial project management experience with an emphasis on production process control and automation. Proficient with AutoCAD or electrical drafting software for creating and reading schematics. Strong troubleshooting ability for electrical systems, industrial networks, sensors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).

Food industry or high-speed packaging experience is preferred but not required.