Electrical EngineerChaska, Minnesota, United StatesJob Title: Electrical EngineerSupervisor: Director of EngineeringFLSA Status: ExemptSummaryThe Electrical Engineer works with applications and mechanical engineers to design electrical and control systems for process technologies such as: reverse osmosis (RO), media filtration, ion exchange, ultrafiltration (UF), etc. This position requires occasional travel, but Wigen understands the importance of work/life balance and makes every effort to provide an enjoyable and fun environment, with extremely low turnover.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReviews customer/contractor's bids and specifications.Creates, modifies and finalizes bills of material (BOM's).Attends project meetings as required by the project.Creates and modifies electrical drawings and control panel layouts.Performs automation and control systems design, specification, simulation, and start-up assistance.Implements specialized techniques and approaches to handle automation projects.Develops customized programs specific to customer needs and requirements.Programs and tests various pieces of automated machinery.Upgrades the design of existing devices by adding automation elements.Provides automation support to departments throughout the organization.Trains, assists and guides Field Service Technicians.Maintains confidential operational system information.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending service trainings, workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing networks.Offers suggestions to improve equipment or department performance.Travels <20% to customer locations to assist with system programming and for training purposes.Miscellaneous ResponsibilitiesOther tasks, duties and projects as assigned by management.Assists in production when needed.Continuous improvement in testing processes.CompetenciesTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Continuous LearningJob KnowledgeUse of TechnologyDesignProblem SolvingCustomer ServiceCommunicationsCooperationOral CommunicationTeamworkWritten CommunicationEthicsAdaptabilityAttendance/PunctualityDependabilityInitiativeInnovationPlanning/OrganizingQualityQuantitySafety and SecurityRequired QualificationsAssociate's degree in industrial automation.Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, RS Linx, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, FactoryTalk View, etc.).Strong PLC and HMI programming skills.Ability to design, read and comprehend technical drawings.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and co-workers.Careful attention to detail, with strong commitment to accuracy and quality.Well organized and conducts self professionally.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering.Two to five years of related experience and/or training.Knowledge or experience with AutoCAD or Modicon.Physical DemandsRegularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk and hear.Frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms.Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.