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Electrical Engineer

Jobot

Riverdale, IA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$120,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Automation, Automation Systems, Capital Project, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Data Processing, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Systems, Engineering, Fortune 500 Customers, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Support, Production Systems, Production Volume, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Control, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Reliability Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Riverdale, IA
POSTED
Today
Electrical Engineer | Capital Projects + Controls | Manufacturing automation + reliability

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Cheyanne Muller
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Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

A large industrial manufacturing operation is hiring an Electrical Engineer to lead and support capital projects within a high-volume production environment. This role is focused on driving equipment improvements, upgrading control systems, and improving overall process reliability through hands-on engineering and project execution.

Why join us?
  • Competitive Compensation, Bonus and Benefits Package
  • Stable Career path
  • Rewarding experience to work with fortune 500 Company
  • Excellent culture and peers
  • 401K Match
  • 3 weeks of vacation to start


Job Details

What you will do

Lead electrical engineering projects from initial concept through design, installation, commissioning, and closeout
Develop project scope, specifications, and support vendor selection and bid processes
Partner with production, maintenance, and technical teams to solve equipment and process issues
Analyze process and equipment data to identify inefficiencies and drive improvements
Design and implement control system upgrades, including PLC, HMI, and automation improvements
Support troubleshooting of production equipment and provide technical solutions to recurring issues
Work on automation and inspection systems to improve process consistency and data visibility
Install and support monitoring systems on production equipment
Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on projects and technical development
Support off-shift work as needed during project execution


What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
At least 1 year of experience in electrical engineering (internship experience counts)
Strong communication skills with ability to work across production, maintenance, and engineering teams
Proficiency with basic engineering and project tools


Nice to have

Experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, and automation systems
Familiarity with industrial data systems and process monitoring tools
Experience designing, installing, or maintaining electromechanical systems
Exposure to leading or supporting capital projects
Experience with common industrial control platforms


Schedule + Environment

Day shift engineering role with occasional off-hours support for projects
Fast-paced, production-driven environment with strong cross-functional collaboration
High visibility role tied directly to equipment performance and production output


Why Us

Opportunity to own full lifecycle capital projects, not just design work
Direct impact on automation, reliability, and production efficiency
Exposure to large-scale industrial systems and complex manufacturing processes
Collaborative environment working closely with maintenance and operations
Clear growth path into senior engineering or project leadership roles

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com