Electrical Engineering Manager

ClasenQuality 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.

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

JOB SUMMARY:Conceptualize, design, program, troubleshoot andoptimizeautomation control systems andhardware for plant and building operations.Supervise and direct CQC Electrical Engineering Departmentacross all North American sites.Ensureadequatecontractorcoverage, 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead team responsible for electrical and controls engineering for all capital projects including greenfield development
• Assignand leadelectricalengineering department resources to projects asneeded
• Developelectricalengineering department personnelsskillset
• Conduct performance evaluations and coach personnel development withinelectricalengineeringdepartment
• Write, revise, review and approve detailedfunctionalspecifications forautomatedcontrolsystems
• Develop technology roadmap for CQCautomation andelectricalprojects
• Work closely with otherengineering disciplines to ensuretimelyand efficient execution ofprojects
• Design,draw, review and approve building electrical distribution systems including480VAC-24VDC
• Program automation control systems for plant processes and building automation
• Direct contractors/vendors on activities related toprojects
• Manageautomation relatedcontinuousimprovementprojects
• Create and updateelectricalschematics for panel building and control systemwiring
• Identifyand order electrical hardware as necessary to supportcapitalprojects
• 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 allcompany,safety,and quality policies and procedures
• Maintain regular attendance atwork

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in electrical-related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Minimum5yearsofexperience inelectrical PLCprogramming andindustrialelectricaldistributionin a manufacturing environment, preferably foodmanufacturing.
• Experience withSiemenshardware and softwarepreferred
• Fluentwith UL Standards, NEC Codes (NFPA 70, 70E, and 79)
• Fluentin AutoCAD Electrical and Standard
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
• Must have a drivers 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 arerequired
• Adaptability and flexibility are essential
• Customerfocused
• Good team building and leadership skills arerequired
• Gooddecision-makingability
• Project management skills

CQC 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.

For more information, please visit our website atwww.cqc.com

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