Electrical Engineering Manager

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Milton, WI, Watertown, WI

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Regular, Full-time

Requisition ID: 1641

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings. We have recently been awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal – No. 2 Large Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity, and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team. Working for a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many different “hats,” make a difference every day, and have fun doing it! We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits.

We are currently accepting applications for an Electrical Engineering Manager at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Watertown and Milton, WI. The position works day shift hours Monday – Friday and requires up to 25% travel outside of WI and 75% within WI sites. The role will report to the Senior Engineering Manager.

Job Summary

Conceptualize, design, program, troubleshoot and optimize automation control systems and hardware for plant and building operations. Supervise and direct CQC Electrical Engineering Department across all North American sites. Ensure adequate contractor coverage, skills, manpower, and excellence across all sites. Work with integrators to design hardware and software systems for complex control and automation applications. Develop and apply electrical control master plan to all CQC facility electrical systems including automation and power distribution systems.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) Match – up to 5%
Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Wellness: Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run/walk/bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
Tuition reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Free chocolate and coating!
Annual Bonus Potential – 5%+
Onsite Fitness Facility

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Lead team responsible for electrical and controls engineering for all capital projects including greenfield development
Assign and lead electrical engineering department resources to projects as needed
Develop electrical engineering department personnel’s skillset
Conduct performance evaluations and coach personnel development within electrical engineering department
Write, revise, review and approve detailed functional specifications for automated control systems
Develop technology roadmap for CQC automation and electrical projects
Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure timely and efficient execution of projects
Design, draw, review and approve building electrical distribution systems including 480VAC-24VDC
Program automation control systems for plant processes and building automation
Direct contractors/vendors on activities related to projects
Manage automation related continuous improvement projects
Create and update electrical schematics for panel building and control system wiring
Identify and order electrical hardware as necessary to support capital projects
Support daily activities between Wisconsin manufacturing facilities
Travel domestically to support electrical department personnel and implementation of electrical systems within CQC
Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures
Maintain regular attendance at work

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical-related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical PLC programming and industrial electrical distribution in a manufacturing environment, preferably food manufacturing.
Experience with Siemens hardware and software preferred
Fluent with UL Standards, NEC Codes (NFPA 70, 70E, and 79)
Fluent in AutoCAD Electrical and Standard
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
Must have a driver’s license and good driving record

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Work near allergens, such as peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, and soy
Good oral and written communication skills are required
Adaptability and flexibility are essential
Customer focused
Good team building and leadership skills are required
Good decision-making ability
Project management skills

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Clasen Quality Chocolate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.