Electrical Computer Engineer Jobs in Wausau, WI (NOW HIRING)

Overview
Since 1904, Nelson Miller Group (NMG) has been a leading global provider of custom solutions, partnering with organizations across industrial, IoT, lighting, medical, telecommunications, consumer, and aerospace and defense sectors. We bring complex products to life by solving intricate challenges in engineering design, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Our expertise spans Human-Machine Interface (HMI) solutions, value-added distribution, plastics, membrane switches, overlays, touch panels, electronics, metals, and cables.

Our century-long legacy is built on a deep commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and unwavering customer satisfaction. These principles drive everything we do as we continue to grow and expand our global market presence.

Job Summary:

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the development and production of electro-mechanical products, including enclosures, PCB and flex circuits, keypads, membrane switches, integrated displays, etc. This individual is responsible for reviewing customer concepts, schematics, 3D models, requirements, and specifications, translating customer requirements into robust, production-ready solutions and ensuring smooth transitions from prototype through full-rate production. The Electrical Engineer is also involved in collaborating with design teams, developing tooling and fixtures, supporting production, test, and quality groups, and troubleshooting issues that arise during pilot builds and full production.

Responsibilities:

• Design and refine electrical assemblies, PCB and flex circuits, interconnects, and components that meet functional, performance, and manufacturability requirements for HMI and electro-mechanical products.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and sales teams to review customer concepts, 3D and 2D CAD models and drawings that reflect customer and production needs.
• Apply sound electrical design principles and familiarity with industry standards to develop high-quality schematics, bills of materials, and engineering change/work orders for new and existing products.
• Produce specifications for products and choose materials and components appropriate to achieve performance, durability, and cost targets.
• Build models and prototypes of the product and test the design; alter and modify design to meet various customer requirements.
• Prepare product reports and documentation, communicate with customers and internal departments; deliver design proposals, NRE launch inputs, or project updates effectively.
• Organize and maintain documentation for designs, BOM alternates, and modifications.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Education/Learning Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or an equivalent degree.
• Work Experience: Minimum three (3) years working in the electro-mechanical product engineering field.
• Skills/Knowledge:
• Proven experience reviewing schematics, PCB and flex circuit designs, and electrical documentation.
• Ability to work in team-oriented environments and communicate technical knowledge clearly and effectively.
• Ability to reverse engineer design architecture and layout from a customer’s legacy designs.
• Ability to evaluate electrical test data and troubleshoot production or first article issues.
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Analytical mind, with exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Travel: Ability to travel approximately 20%.
• Behavioral Competencies:
• Safety & Awareness Compliance | Problem Solving & Adaptability | Customer Focus | Reliability & Accountability | Communication & Collaboration | Business Acumen & Technical Skills | Work Standards & Technical Skills

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3).

Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. Nelson Miller Group also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a safe harbor non-elective company contribution.

Nelson Miller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.