Electrical Controls Engineer

Who we are

Wild Goose Filling, a proud member of the Middleby Corporation family of companies, is the premier canning and bottling solutions for the craft beverage industry. Through innovative engineering and experience, Wild Goose designs and builds custom systems that allow craft producers to package or fill their products with unprecedented precision and versatility. Since 2003, Wild Goose's industry-leading expertise ensures the quality and consistency of every batch from tank to can and bottle.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will work within the Research & Development department to develop products using electrical and control solutions based on engineering principles and to analyze project requirements. This position will perform technical calculations supporting design, including electrical design & requirements, safety standards, and control system development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement control systems for filling machines and packaging equipment to ensure product performance, safety, and reliability.
• Design and test control algorithms and software for filling machines and packaging equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate controls systems into product designs.
• Define the electrical & controls scope and schedule for development projects based on the product roadmap, user requirements, and voice-of-the-customer input from sales and service departments.
• Develop and support the manufacture, assembly, and validation of systems, including pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, and robotics.
• Work closely with the production team throughout product development to ensure product requirements can be met using robust manufacturing methods.
• Assist the Service team in diagnosing and troubleshooting issues in the field and providing technical documentation for translation into customer documentation, such as user manuals.
• Document programming (PLC & HMI) and hardware standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in control system designs.
• Mentor peers and other team members while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Proficient in electrical panel design, standards, drawings, and documentation- AutoCAD preferred.
• Proficient in PCL & HMI programming- Codesys preferred.
• Experience with UL & ETL certification and other electrical standards.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and other external resources.
• Experience with object-oriented programming.
• Strong project management skills; manage, schedule, and track multiple products and processes.

Nice to have

• Python, C++, and JavaScript experience.
• Experience with non-industrial UI design and development.
• Experience with Linux environments and Bash scripting.
• IOT & Cloud service experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent
• 5-7 years in machine design and product development. Prefer experience in the food and beverage packaging industry.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary engineering projects and teams.

If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for the craft beverage industry and expertise in draught and dispensing equipment, we invite you to join the Wild Goose Filling team. Apply now and be part of an innovative company shaping the future of beverage packaging solutions. A relocation bonus can be negotiable.

Wild Goose Filling is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.