Hardware Engineer

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Hardware Engineer Job Description

This position requires demonstrated technical proficiency in implementing automation solutions with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms. The Hardware Engineer will interact directly with the customer and lead a team of engineers in identifying requirements, developing specifications, and shepherding automation solutions through the production process. This position is a leadership role within the business unit and requires strong problem‑solving ability, well‑balanced people skills, an aptitude for business efficiency, and an interest in creating partnerships.

The Hardware Engineer demonstrates success by securing repeat work with both new and existing customers.

• Lead a team of engineers in delivering automation systems for a wide variety of industries.
• Identify customer requirements and develop detailed specifications.
• Oversee automation solutions through the production process.
• Interact directly with customers to ensure satisfaction and foster partnerships.
• Demonstrate business efficiency and problem‑solving abilities to secure repeat work.

• Technical proficiency in PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms.
• Extensive experience in the design of electrical schematics, including power distribution of 480
  
  VAC, 230
  
  VAC, 208
  
  VAC, 240
  
  VAC, 120
  
  VAC, and 24
  
  VDC.
• Hazardous Location Control System Design including Intrinsically Safe Circuits, Purged Panels, Explosion Proof Panels, and Division 2 Panel Design.
• Experience with Surge Protection for Power Distribution and IO Protection.
• Ability to perform Control Panel FLA, Heating/Cooling, and SCCR Calculations.
• In-depth understanding of Control Panel production process.
• Functional understanding of PLC hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Modicon.
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as Wonderware, GE iFIX, Rockwell Automation Factory Talk View, and Siemens.
• Understanding of DCS hardware/software platforms such as Emerson Delta
  
  V or similar.

• Experience in industries such as Water/Wastewater Treatment, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage, Oil & Gas and Mining.

This position is located onsite with the potential for a hybrid work schedule in the future, offering 2 days remote work.

Permanent position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $ per year.

WME offers a comprehensive employee benefits package. You are eligible for most benefits beginning the first of the month following the date of hire.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

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