Schematics Designer - Controls / Electrical Engineering

Company: UNISIG
Location: Menomonee Falls
Posted on: April 15, 2025

Job Description:

Company Overview:

UNISIG specializes in the design, engineering, and production of high-performance, precision CNC machine tools and automation. As an industry leader, our machines, whether custom-built or express-ordered, are in demand across the globe. Equipped with advanced tools and systems, our highly skilled workforce brings innovation, expertise, and value to all facets of the process, delivering a product that meets or exceeds our customers' expectations.



POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for creating and designing the schematics utilized by our team of electrical technicians to build the control panels and wire the machines as well as our controls engineers who commission the machines for final run. The position requires strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of electrical theory and practical application to design the schematics for the full line of machine tools sold by Unisig. A strong understanding of Solidworks Electrical is required.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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• Design electrical schematics and panel layouts using SolidWorks Electrical and Solidworks Electrical 3D, ensuring a complete drawing set and accurate end-to-end wiring diagrams
  
• Utilize Electrical Technicians' and Control Engineers' feedback to revise/modify schematics and connections/wiring diagrams, maintaining industry standards and specifications.
  
• Maintain and advance parts and symbol libraries.
  
• Design to domestic and international standards such as NFPA, IEC, and CSA
  
• Release approved drawings and bill of materials to production.
  
• Support production during the assembly/wiring process.
  All other duties as assigned.
  
  
  
  POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
  
  
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  • Associate degree in electronics, automation, or other relevant field of study
    
  • 3-5 years' experience designing/detailing schematics.
    
  • Familiarity with Siemens, Fanuc, Heidenhain, and other industrial automation manufacturer's hardware.
    
  • Excellent work ethic and the ability to work self-directed
    
  • The ability to work in an organized manner in a team environment, present a respectful attitude, and accept feedback.
    
  • Fit UNISIG Core Values: Driven to perform; Solve problems, don't create them; Strong individual who values a team; Desire to find what's next; Committed to detail and consistency.
    
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
    
    
    
    Regularly sits throughout the day
    Regularly utilizes depth perception, peripheral vision, and close focus
    Regularly operates a computer, computer accessories, and phone equipment
    Occasionally stands and moves throughout the shop
    

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