Electrical Engineer - Controls
This Electrical Engineer role focuses on controls within a major power generation company, offering opportunities to work hands-on with complex power-generation systems and collaborate with engineering and plant teams. The position supports various electrical and controls engineering projects, troubleshooting, and developing cost-effective solutions, suitable for candidates from entry-level to senior professionals seeking career growth in the energy sector.
About Careertakes
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Overview
Confidential Client seeks an Electrical Engineer — Controls to join their engineering team supporting power‑generation facilities in Altoona, WI. This role accepts candidates across experience levels (entry-level through senior), and offers hands-on work on controls, instrumentation, testing, troubleshooting, and engineering projects that keep generation systems safe and reliable.
- Location: Altoona, WI, US
- Employment type: Full‑time (Contract option possible)
- Compensation: $85,000–$120,000 per year (DOE) + 12% Short‑Term Incentive (STI)
- Relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits available
What's in it for you
- $85K–$120K base salary (depending on experience)
- 12% Short‑Term Incentive (STI)
- Generous relocation assistance
- Strong 401(k) program
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision & prescription coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous PTO and sick time
- Clear paths for professional development and career growth
- Direct, hands‑on exposure to complex power‑generation systems
What You’ll Do
As part of the engineering team you will collaborate with engineers and plant personnel to support projects and solve technical challenges across the facility. Typical responsibilities include:
- Assist with electrical and controls engineering projects
- Support smaller projects and defined portions of larger projects
- Investigate technical issues and develop cost‑effective solutions
- Assist with engineering studies, testing, and troubleshooting
- Develop design recommendations and improved procedures
- Gain hands‑on experience in a structured power‑generation environment
What You Bring
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university
- Electrical engineering background preferred
- Controls experience, education, or exposure
Preferred:
- Internship or co‑op experience in the energy / power generation industry
- Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification
- Experience with electrical, controls, instrumentation, or power‑generation systems
Why This Opportunity?
This role is more than a desk job — you’ll work alongside experienced engineering and plant professionals on real projects, troubleshoot complex systems, and build a long‑term career in the power‑generation sector. Confidential Client values practical, safety‑focused engineering and offers resources to help you grow technically and professionally.
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