Electrical Controls Design Engineer

Job Title:

Electrical Controls Design Engineer Location:

Eau Claire Company:

McDonough Manufacturing Company About McDonough | BID Canada Ltd McDonough Manufacturing is a family-owned manufacturer of custom sawmill machinery with over 130 years of experience, headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and expanded into Canada in 2017. In 2023, McDonough acquired BID Canada Ltd., a leading company in custom dry bulk material handling solutions. Based in Woodstock, New Brunswick, BID Canada Ltd. designs, manufactures, and installs high-quality equipment for industries including cement, mining, ports, power generation, pulp & paper, and steel. Together, McDonough | BID Canada delivers innovative, in-house solutions to clients across North America and around the world. We've built a solid reputation over the years by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to our customers — and now we're looking for the right person to help us take things to the next level. We are seeking an Electrical Controls Design Engineer to join our team in Eau Claire. This role is hands-on and will work closely within our shop environment, supporting the design, development, and implementation of electrical control systems for sawmill equipment. The ideal candidate enjoys both design work and being directly involved in equipment build, testing, and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electrical control systems for sawmill machinery and heavy equipment Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and other control components Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, shop technicians, and production teams Support equipment assembly, commissioning, and testing on the shop floor Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues during build and startup Ensure designs meet safety standards, codes, and company quality requirements Provide technical support and documentation for internal teams and customers Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field Experience with PLC programming Strong understanding of industrial control systems and electrical design principles Experience working in a manufacturing or heavy equipment environment is preferred Ability to read and develop electrical schematics and technical drawings Hands-on mindset with a willingness to work in a shop environment Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Effective communication and teamwork skills Preferred Experience Experience with sawmill equipment or wood processing machinery Familiarity with motor controls, and industrial automation systems Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools What can you expect from us? The McDonough group of companies aims to employ the brightest people available, as we see that as the best path towards our continued success and growth for both the company and our employees. To attract the top talent, in addition to your base salary, here is what you can expect from us when joining our team: Benefits package Vacation days 401(k)/RRSP plans Great culture and teammates - a company where you could feel at home! Our philosophy is "Be serious when you are at work, but never too serious!" Employee appreciation social events A positive learning environment Think we could be each other match? ! Please feel free to send your resume to our recruitment team at: recruitment@bidcanadaltd.com Even if you don't see what you're looking for in the job posting, but think you'd be a great addition to the team, get in touch and let us know why you'd be a good fit. We're always looking to expand and improve our team. Whoever you are, we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Electrical Controls Design Engineer:

3 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Eau Claire, WI 54703 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Eau Claire, WI 54703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person