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Electrical Engineer

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Actalent

Merrill, WI (In Person)

$76,544 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description This role offers the opportunity for an experienced Electrical Technician to support a high-volume metal manufacturing plant that processes brass, aluminum, and steel. You will work on modern production equipment and automated systems, focusing on electrical engineering solutions that improve reliability, safety, and efficiency across processes such as cold forming, annealing, machining, heat treating, anodizing, painting, zinc plating, and phoscoating. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain electrical systems and controls for manufacturing equipment used in cold forming, annealing, machining, heat treating, and finishing operations. Support and optimize automated production lines, including equipment used for anodizing, painting, zinc plating, and phoscoating. Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues on the plant floor to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability. Collaborate closely with mechanical and other electrical engineers to implement process improvements and upgrades to existing machinery. Apply working knowledge of metals, including brass, aluminum, and steel, to ensure electrical systems and controls support safe and effective processing. Contribute to the integration of automation technologies to enhance throughput, quality, and consistency in manufacturing operations. Participate in the commissioning, testing, and validation of new or upgraded equipment and control systems. Document electrical designs, modifications, and maintenance activities in accordance with plant standards and best practices. Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing equipment performance and recommending electrical or control system enhancements. Work on-site on the manufacturing floor, providing day-to-day technical support and guidance to operations and maintenance teams. Essential Skills Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles as applied to manufacturing equipment and processes. Experience with controls and automation systems used in production environments. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues on complex machinery. Comfort working directly on the plant floor alongside production and maintenance teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience supporting processes such as cold forming, annealing, machining, heat treating, and finishing is beneficial. Familiarity with anodizing, paint systems, zinc plating, and phoscoat lines is a plus. working with state-of-the-art machining equipment and automated production lines is advantageous. Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of electrical and mechanical engineers. Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset in a manufacturing setting. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Merrill, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.60 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Merrill,WI.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.