Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:
- 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
- ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm
- Rated as a top System Integrator Giant
Position Summary
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to support the design, implementation, commissioning, and ongoing optimization of industrial automation systems. This role is responsible for developing and supporting manufacturing equipment that incorporates PLCs, robotics, motion control, industrial networks, machine vision and other advanced automation technologies.
Working closely with engineering teams, customers, and manufacturing personnel, the successful candidate will troubleshoot existing equipment, develop automation solutions, improve system performance, and support projects from concept through startup.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, configure, integrate, and support automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. Example applications: fabrication, welding, painting, assembly, material handling, and testing applications
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs, HMI applications, robotic systems, machine vision, and related automation hardware to improve system performance and reliability
- Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and validation while ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently
- Create and maintain engineering documentation including electrical schematics, control narratives, equipment manuals, spare parts lists, software backups, maintenance PM schedules, and operating procedures (SOP’s)
- Evaluate existing manufacturing systems and recommend automation upgrades that improve productivity, quality, equipment reliability, and data collection capabilities
- Partner with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and implement automation solutions that support operational objectives
- Provide technical support for production equipment by diagnosing electrical, controls, robotic, and automation-related issues while implementing corrective actions
- Participate in capital improvement projects by assisting with project planning, equipment selection, budgeting, scheduling, and implementation
- Monitor project progress, communicate milestones, and provide regular updates to project stakeholders
- Mentor technicians and junior engineers by providing technical guidance and sharing automation best practices
- Deliver formal and informal training to operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel on automated equipment and control systems
- Remain current on advancements in industrial automation, robotics, controls, and manufacturing technologies to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Ensure automation solutions comply with applicable electrical, safety, and industry standards (NFPA 70, NEC)
Minimum Qualifications
Education Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience designing, integrating, programming, or supporting industrial automation systems.
Required Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, control panels, electrical wiring, and machine controls
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems and industrial control equipment
- Familiarity with AC and servo motor systems, variable frequency drives, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and electromechanical controls
- Understanding of industrial automation safety standards and applicable electrical codes (NFPA 70, NEC)
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to analyze and resolve equipment issues
- Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
- Willingness to work flexible hours when required to support equipment startup or production needs
- Valid driver's license and passport with the ability to travel up to 30%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience programming or supporting Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLCs and HMI platforms (Factory Talk View, Wonderware)
- Experience with industrial robots and cobots such as FANUC, KUKA, ABB, or similar robotic systems
- Knowledge of Ladder Logic programming, Function Block programming, and industrial communication protocols: Ethernet IP, MODBUS, PROFINET, Serial (RS-232)
- Experience using engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Creo, Windchill, or equivalent CAD platforms
- Experience with utilizing and integrating machine vision using COGNEX, Keyence, or other vision platforms
- Experience working in plant environments and supporting any of the following industries: food and beverage, oil and gas, data centers, chemical, mining, power generation and distribution
- Proven troubleshooting skills in the field: electrical, mechanical, programming, and networking
- Proven track record of successful installs and startups in the field. Proven ability to deliver on projects and make timelines
Physical Demands of Position Seeing, color perception, hearing and clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, and ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.
Working Environment Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments. Frequent PC usage, facsimile/copy machines, phones.
*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.
Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Automation, Electromechanical, or related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience designing, integrating, programming, or supporting industrial automation systems.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, control panels, electrical wiring, and machine controls.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems and industrial control equipment.
- Familiarity with AC and servo motor systems, variable frequency drives, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and electromechanical controls.
- Understanding of industrial automation safety standards and applicable electrical codes (NFPA 70, NEC).
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to analyze and resolve equipment issues.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills; self-motivated.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to support equipment startup or production needs.
- Valid driver's license and passport with ability to travel up to 30%.
- Experience programming or supporting Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLCs and HMI platforms (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware).
- Experience with industrial robots and cobots (FANUC, KUKA, ABB or similar).
- Knowledge of Ladder Logic, Function Block programming, and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet IP, MODBUS, PROFINET, RS-232).
- Experience with AutoCAD, Creo, Windchill, or equivalent CAD platforms.
- Experience integrating machine vision systems (COGNEX, Keyence, or similar).
- Experience in plant environments (food & beverage, oil & gas, data centers, chemical, mining, power generation).
- Proven field troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, programming, and networking domains.
- Proven track record of successful installs and startups in the field, meeting project timelines.
What We Do
Wunderlich-Malec has been providing customers with engineering, system integration and fabrication solutions for more than 35 years. With offices throughout the US and nearly 430 professionals on our staff, we are one of the largest and most well established engineering companies in the United States, and we've successfully finished numerous projects for our US clients in many parts of the world. We're confident that our qualified staff has the knowledge, experience and talent to create and deliver the solutions you need for your facility process and operation needs. Wunderlich-Malec ranks on Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies list and is a GSA Schedule holder with the Federal Government for professional engineering services and manufacturing. Wunderlich-Malec is an engineering firm specializing in process controls solutions for a wide array of clients. Experts in the design, programming and deployment of automation systems for process, manufacturing, commercial buildings and public sector utilities. Skilled at electrical design, control system manufacturing, process integration, programming, testing, training, and ongoing support.
