Electrical Controls Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Antigo, WI as an 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.

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.

As a Electrical Controls Engineer, 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 area

Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

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.

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

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.

Our unique company culture blends talent, technology, and flexibility. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and assignments 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

Continuing Education Support

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options

Paid overtime

Flexible work schedule

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

Award Winning - Employee Owned - Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support