Applied Engineering

Electrical Engineer – Product Design & Validation | Menomonee Falls, WI

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Menomonee Falls, WI as a Electrical Engineer – Product Design & Validation. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Milwaukee metro and beyond to apply.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Menomonee Falls, WI have a short commute from Milwaukee, Germantown, Mequon, Brookfield, Wauwatosa, West Allis, Sussex, Pewaukee, Waukesha, Hartford, Cedarburg, Grafton, Glendale, Brown Deer, Shorewood, and Whitefish Bay, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Engineer I: $72,000 - $84,000

Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000

Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000

Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.

As a Electrical Engineer – Product Design & Validation in Menomonee Falls, WI you will:

• Support the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems for new and existing products
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wire harness drawings, and related engineering documentation
• Apply practical knowledge of electronic circuit design, components, systems, and controls in daily design work
• Assist in defining software functions for machine control and HMI systems
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret electrical system data to support design decisions and troubleshooting
• Contribute to machine documentation, including schematics, manuals, training materials, and troubleshooting guides
• Write and process engineering change notices (ECNs) and release new or updated designs
• Provide hands‑on support to manufacturing teams to maintain production schedules and resolve build issues
• Collaborate with field technicians and service teams to investigate and resolve customer‑reported concerns
• Support or lead testing activities, including defining test requirements, creating test setups, collecting data, and evaluating results
• Troubleshoot issues during prototyping and coordinate corrective actions
• Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and global engineering staff
• Manage workload according to project timelines and proactively report status, risks, and issues
• Maintain safety awareness and follow all safety procedures during design, testing, and support activities
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in Milwaukee, Germantown, Mequon, Brookfield, Wauwatosa, West Allis, Sussex, Pewaukee, Waukesha, Hartford, Cedarburg, Grafton, Glendale, Brown Deer, Shorewood, and Whitefish Bay, and the greater Milwaukee metro
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
• Electrical design engineering experience in a manufacturing or equipment‑based environment (entry‑level to mid‑level considered)
• Practical knowledge of electronic circuit design, components, systems, and controls
• Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX and Zuken E3
• Practical experience with data acquisition tools and communication protocols (CAN, UDS, J1939, etc.)
• Ability to create and interpret electrical schematics and wire harness drawings
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with software development tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Vector CANalyzer (preferred)
• Exposure to C programming or similar languages is a plus
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication skills for cross‑functional and global collaboration
• Ability to support hands‑on testing, prototyping, and manufacturing activities
• Comfortable working around machinery, electrical systems, and varying environmental conditions
• Ability to manage tasks, meet project milestones, and adapt to changing priorities

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Menomonee Falls, WI, and the greater Milwaukee metro area.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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