Electrical Project Engineer jobs in United States
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Sterling Engineering ยท 7 hours ago

Electrical Project Engineer

positionNew Berlin, WI
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$85K/yr - $100K/yr
date2+ years exp

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading industrial equipment manufacturer to hire an Electrical Project Engineer. This role focuses on the electrical design and modernization of crane control systems, supporting projects from initial design through testing, commissioning, and startup.

ConsultingInformation Technology
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Responsibilities

Design and support electrical control systems for overhead and portal crane modernization projects
Develop electrical schematics, system layouts, and control architectures
Select electrical components and hardware for motion and motor control systems
Program and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and automation networks
Support testing, commissioning, and startup activities
Create and maintain system documentation and drawings
Manage engineering tasks in alignment with project schedules and budgets
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and project teams throughout the project lifecycle

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringMotor Control SystemsPLC ProgrammingIndustrial AutomationReading Electrical Schematics

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required
2+ years of experience in electrical or automation engineering
Strong background in motor control systems, including VFDs and electromagnetic devices
PLC programming experience required
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and vendor drawings

Preferred

Experience with industrial automation, controls, or motion systems preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Paid Holidays

Company

Sterling Engineering

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Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Westchester, Illinois, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://sterling-engineering.com

H1B Sponsorship

Sterling Engineering has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (3)
2024 (6)
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2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dolores Connolly
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