Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer opportunity supporting capital projects and manufacturing automation across multiple U.S. locations. Hybrid role with $120,000–$160,000 salary and 40–60% travel.
Plant Engineering Manager | Food Manufacturing | Topeka, KS
Location: Topeka, Kansas
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Industry: Consumer Products and Food Manufacturing
Experience Level: Senior Engineering Leadership
Travel: Occasional
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Position Overview
A global consumer-products manufacturer is seeking an experienced Plant Engineering Manager to lead engineering, maintenance and capital-project activity at its Topeka manufacturing facility.
As a member of the plant Strategic Leadership Team, this person will lead a multidisciplinary technical team, own capital and maintenance budgets, develop the five-year capital plan and improve reliability, energy management, safety, quality and manufacturing performance.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead, develop and coach Maintenance and Project Engineers.
• Establish priorities, development plans and performance expectations.
• Partner with plant leaders to improve safety, quality, reliability and efficiency.
• Develop and manage capital and maintenance-expense budgets.
• Build and execute the five-year strategic capital plan.
• Lead capital projects from justification and planning through implementation.
• Drive plant energy-management and optimization initiatives.
• Ensure contractors comply with safety, food-safety, sanitation and quality requirements.
• Test new equipment and processes against design specifications.
• Coordinate manufacturing trials and ensure employees receive required training.
• Develop technical training for new equipment, methods and systems.
• Support Quality Assurance, food safety and GMP programs.
• Improve maintenance systems, reliability practices and asset performance.
• Manage project risks, schedules, costs, resources and vendors.
• Represent Engineering on the plant leadership team.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Significant plant-engineering, maintenance or capital-project leadership experience.
• Manufacturing experience, preferably food or consumer products.
• Experience leading engineers and technical professionals.
• Strong capital planning, budgeting and project-management skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance, reliability, utilities and energy management.
• Strong safety, quality and regulatory awareness.
• Ability to influence plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work onsite in Topeka.
• Current U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
• Food-manufacturing and GMP experience.
• Lean, Six Sigma or continuous-improvement expertise.
• High-speed manufacturing or packaging experience.
• Professional engineering or project-management credentials.
Benefits may include medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, incentive compensation and professional development.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.
Senior Electrical Engineer (Level IV / V) | FPGA, Analog & Digital Design | Maryland
Senior Electrical Engineer (Level IV / V)
📍 Anne Arundel County, Maryland (100% Onsite)
🕒 9/80 Work Schedule
💰 $106,500 - $236,500 Base Salary
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🔒 U.S. Citizenship Required
📈 Multiple Openings Available
Engineer Advanced Electronics That Support Critical Maritime & Defense Technologies
An industry-leading engineering and technology organization is seeking experienced Senior Electrical Engineers to join a highly specialized team developing advanced electronics and hardware systems for complex underwater and seabed applications.
This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that pushes the boundaries of performance, reliability, and innovation in some of the world's most demanding operating environments. You'll play a key role in the architecture, design, development, integration, and testing of sophisticated electronic systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and key stakeholders throughout the full product lifecycle.
If you're passionate about advanced electronics, FPGA design, analog and digital circuit development, and seeing your designs deployed in real-world mission-critical environments, this role offers exceptional technical challenges, career growth, and long-term stability.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is not a maintenance or sustaining engineering position.
You'll be involved in the full engineering lifecycle, from concept development and architecture through design, integration, qualification, testing, customer deployment, and field support.
The organization is investing heavily in next-generation technologies and is seeking engineers who want to contribute at a high level while working alongside some of the industry's most talented technical professionals.
Highlights include:
Design and develop advanced electronics hardware from the ground up
Work with cutting-edge FPGA, analog, power, and digital technologies
Lead complex engineering efforts and influence technical direction
Gain exposure to customer-facing engineering activities
Participate in real-world testing and deployment efforts
Collaborate with highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering teams
Clear pathways for technical and leadership growth
What You'll Be Doing
Advanced Electrical Design & Development
Architect, design, develop, and integrate complex electronic hardware systems and circuit card assemblies
Design analog, digital, power, and FPGA-based electronic solutions
Develop high-performance electronic circuitry for advanced sensing and monitoring applications
Create schematic designs, PCB layouts, and supporting engineering documentation
Analyze electrical requirements and determine design feasibility within cost and schedule constraints
Support system integration activities and subsystem development efforts
FPGA & Embedded Hardware Development
Develop and support FPGA-based designs
Work with modern FPGA development environments and tools
Evaluate component performance and sustainability requirements
Support hardware optimization and performance improvements
Testing, Qualification & Integration
Lead hardware integration, verification, qualification, and validation activities
Develop test procedures and technical documentation
Troubleshoot complex electrical systems and hardware issues
Support customer installations and field deployments
Participate in system qualification and acceptance testing
Technical Leadership & Program Execution
Provide technical leadership across engineering projects
Support proposal development, project planning, and cost estimation activities
Contribute to engineering reviews, design reviews, and technical presentations
Collaborate with program teams to ensure successful execution of technical objectives
For senior-level candidates, opportunities exist to lead engineering efforts and support Earned Value Management (EVMS) activities
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Level IV
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
6+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience
OR
Master's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience
OR
10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Level V
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
9+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience
OR
Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience
OR
13+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Required Technical Experience
Candidates should possess strong experience in several of the following areas:
Analog circuit design
Digital circuit design
Power electronics design
FPGA development and design
Circuit card assembly (CCA) development
Electronic subsystem integration
Hardware qualification and testing
Schematic capture and PCB design
System troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Experience With Tools Such As:
LTSpice
Cadence / Allegro PCB Designer
Mentor Graphics
Xilinx Vivado
VHDL
Verilog
Preferred Qualifications
Design team leadership experience
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
Control Account Management (CAM) experience
Technical proposal development
Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation
Technical writing and documentation development
Customer-facing engineering experience
Design review leadership
Experience supporting complex defense, maritime, aerospace, or high-reliability systems
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be:
U.S. Citizens
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Clearance
Travel
Up to 30% travel for customer support, testing, installations, and field activities
Compensation & Benefits
Level IV
💰 $106,500 - $197,500
Level V
💰 $127,500 - $236,500
Additional benefits include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and generous PTO
Educational assistance and professional development support
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance programs
Disability and life insurance coverage
Parental leave programs
Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Why Join?
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Electrical Engineer who wants to work on technically challenging programs, develop cutting-edge hardware solutions, and contribute to systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.
You'll join a team where engineering excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your technical expertise will directly influence the success of complex, high-visibility programs.
If you're looking for a role that combines advanced engineering, meaningful technical challenges, long-term career growth, and the opportunity to work on truly unique technology, we'd love to hear from you.
M/E Engineer III (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering) – Austin, TX
M/E Engineer III (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering)
📍 Location: Austin, Texas
🏠 Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote Per Week)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Exceptional Candidates
Overview
A nationally recognized construction and engineering organization is seeking an experienced M/E Engineer III to support the design, analysis, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution of complex mechanical and electrical building systems.
This role works closely with preconstruction, project management, field operations, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Develop budgetary mechanical and electrical estimates from schematic and design documents.
Evaluate and recommend optimal MEP system solutions.
Perform systems analysis and provide value engineering recommendations.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical scopes throughout bidding and construction phases.
Support project scheduling through system sequencing and constructability planning.
Construction & Commissioning
Perform field inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
Review and approve shop drawings and submittals.
Lead commissioning activities, including:
Pre-functional checklists
Functional testing procedures
Performance verification
Deficiency resolution
Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation.
Quality & Project Support
Review design documents and identify constructability or quality concerns.
Assist with subcontractor evaluations and bid analysis.
Support quality control initiatives throughout project execution.
Create innovative tools and process improvements to enhance project delivery.
Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor junior engineers and project team members.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Related Engineering Discipline
Experience
5+ years of construction and/or engineering experience preferred.
Experience supporting commercial construction projects involving MEP systems.
Required Skills
✔ Mechanical & Plumbing Systems
✔ Electrical Systems
✔ Construction Estimating
✔ Commissioning & Startup
✔ Constructability Reviews
✔ Shop Drawings & Submittals
✔ Project Scheduling Support
✔ Value Engineering
✔ Quality Control & Inspections
✔ Construction Management Processes
✔ Microsoft Office Suite
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate combines strong technical MEP expertise with hands-on construction experience and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple project teams.
They will possess:
Strong understanding of building mechanical and electrical systems.
Experience with estimating, commissioning, and field execution.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
Knowledge of construction means and methods.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Desire to mentor and support junior team members.
Candidate Snapshot
Requirement
Details
Experience
5–7+ Years
Seniority
Mid-Senior Level
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Industry
Construction / Engineering
Specialization
Mechanical & Electrical Systems
Travel
Occasional
Work Arrangement
Hybrid (1 Remote Day Weekly)
Sponsorship
Not Available
Screening Questions
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?
Do you have experience with both mechanical/plumbing and electrical building systems?
Have you supported commercial construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning?
Do you have experience reviewing design documents, shop drawings, and submittals?
Have you participated in commissioning and functional testing activities?
Do you have at least 5 years of construction and/or engineering experience?
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Work on large-scale commercial construction projects.
Blend of engineering, field operations, commissioning, and project execution.
Opportunity to influence design, constructability, and system performance.
Strong career path toward Senior M/E Engineering leadership.
Collaborative environment with exposure to complex, high-profile projects.
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility and strong professional development opportunities.
Controls Engineer – Waukesha, WI
Controls Engineer
📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏭 Manufacturing Environment
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available (Current or Future Sponsorship Not Supported)
Overview
A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Controls Engineer to support plant operations through the design, development, implementation, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing and testing systems.
This role is ideal for an experienced controls professional who can independently design PLC systems from scratch, support production equipment, develop testing solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Controls & Automation Engineering
Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.
Develop testing protocols, data collection programs, and test equipment specifications.
Support production equipment, electrical systems, and automated test platforms.
Develop interfaces between SQL databases and production systems.
Support installation, validation, commissioning, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
Manufacturing Support
Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues to minimize downtime.
Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Support continuous improvement, Lean, and Six Sigma initiatives.
Identify and implement process improvements to improve productivity and quality.
Project Engineering
Lead or support capital equipment projects.
Develop Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs).
Create project goals, budgets, schedules, and work breakdown structures.
Support change management initiatives using structured methodologies such as ADKAR.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with OSHA and electrical safety requirements.
Identify and mitigate safety risks associated with testing and manufacturing equipment.
Promote a zero-incident safety culture.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of Controls Engineering or Test Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience designing PLC systems from the ground up.
Experience supporting automated production and testing equipment.
Technical Skills
PLC Programming
HMI Programming
SQL Database Integration
Rockwell Automation Software:
RSLogix 5
RSLogix 500
RSLogix 5000
Studio 5000
FactoryTalk View ME
FactoryTalk View SE
Visual Basic / Visual Studio
Microsoft Applications
Must-Have Requirements
✔ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
✔ 5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering Experience
✔ Ability to Design PLC Systems from Scratch
✔ Rockwell Automation Software Experience
✔ PLC & HMI Programming Experience
✔ Understanding of Safety Systems Design
✔ Experience Supporting Manufacturing Equipment & Test Systems
✔ No Current or Future Sponsorship Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
NI LabVIEW
NI TestStand
Ignition (SCADA)
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma Methodologies
Root Cause Analysis (8D, PFMEA, A3, Pareto, Control Charts)
Project Management Experience
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a hands-on Controls Engineer with strong manufacturing automation experience who can independently design and support PLC-based systems while driving plant efficiency and reliability.
They will have:
Strong Rockwell Automation expertise.
Experience developing controls for production and test equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and automation systems.
Strong SQL and programming capabilities.
Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Candidate Snapshot
Requirement
Details
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Experience
5+ Years Controls/Test Engineering
Industry
Manufacturing
Seniority
Mid-Senior Level
PLC Design
Must Build PLCs from Scratch
Rockwell Experience
Required
Travel
None
Relocation
Available
Sponsorship
Not Available
Screening Questions
Can you design and build a PLC system from scratch?
Do you have at least 5 years of Controls/Test Engineering experience?
Do you hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering?
Do you have experience with Rockwell software (RSLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)?
Do you have PLC and HMI programming experience?
Have you supported the design, development, installation, and troubleshooting of production equipment?
Do you have experience with Visual Studio, SQL, and Microsoft applications?
Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship?
Nice-to-Have Experience
NI LabVIEW & TestStand
Ignition SCADA
Lean / Six Sigma tools
Capital project execution
Manufacturing test system development
Change management methodologies (ADKAR)
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a global manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for innovation and stability.
Work on advanced automation and testing systems.
Drive impactful plant-wide improvements and modernization projects.
Excellent career growth opportunities within engineering and operations.
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
M/E Electrical Lead Engineer – Mission Critical Construction & Commissioning - Omaha, Nebraska
M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead (Mission Critical)
📍 Location: Omaha, Nebraska (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
✈️ Travel: Required (project-based)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚀 Overview
An established construction and engineering organization is seeking an M/E Engineer – Electrical Lead to support mission-critical projects.
This role focuses on mechanical and electrical systems leadership, including design review, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Lead and execute mechanical and electrical construction activities
Review system options and perform technical analysis and value engineering
Develop and manage M/E scopes of work during preconstruction and bidding
Interpret drawings, specifications, and design documents to identify risks and improvements
Estimating & Preconstruction
Develop budgetary M/E estimates from schematic and design documents
Support bid analysis and subcontractor selection
Provide input on system selection and cost optimization
Project Execution & Coordination
Develop sequencing strategies for M/E systems to meet project timelines
Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
Contribute to project scheduling and execution planning
Quality Assurance & Inspections
Perform job site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
Identify and address constructability and quality issues
Support development of quality control programs
Commissioning & Testing
Develop and manage:
Pre-functional checklists
Functional testing procedures
Oversee and validate system commissioning and performance testing
Ensure all deficiencies are resolved and documented
Documentation & Process Improvement
Review and approve shop drawings and submittals
Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation
Develop tools and processes to improve efficiency and delivery quality
Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor junior engineers and team members
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
✅ Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in:
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Or related field
5+ years of experience in:
Construction engineering
M/E systems within commercial or industrial projects
Strong ability to:
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams
⭐ Preferred Experience
Experience on mission-critical projects (e.g., data centers, healthcare, infrastructure)
Exposure to:
Commissioning processes
M/E estimating tools
Construction management methodologies
Knowledge of means and methods of construction
🧠 Key Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Effective written and verbal communication
Proficiency with:
Microsoft Office
Construction/M&E tools and software
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
🎯 Ideal Candidate
Hands-on M/E engineer with strong electrical focus
Experience across full project lifecycle (preconstruction → commissioning)
Comfortable working on-site and traveling to projects