Industrial Automation Lead

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Job Title: Industrial Automation Lead

Company: Clearwater Industries

Location: Brown Deer, WI 

Description: Clearwater Industries is seeking a skilled Industrial Automation Lead to support & manage the design, programming, testing, and commissioning of our water clarification systems. This hands-on role combines electrical expertise with team leadership and includes both in-shop and occasional off-site work. Ideal candidates bring experience in industrial automation, PLC/HMI programming, and a strong commitment to quality and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Design
- Electrical Panel Schematics
- PLC Programming
- HMI Programming
- Pneumatic Systems

Ongoing Support
- Customer Service tickets
- Correspondence with panel builders and related electrical services
- Factory Acceptance Testing on all equipment
- Off-site commissioning with customers

Department Management
- Manage electrical team
- Manage electrical task completion
- All equipment testing
- Systems & Standard Operating Procedures Maintenance

Experience, Skills and Abilities: 

Qualifications
- Formal educational certificates in industrial automation required
- Minimum 3 years' experience in panel design & programming required
- Experience with Allen Bradley, Maple Systems, and Lenze products preferred
- Experience in Ethernet IP network design required
- Experience in Industrial Automation (FAT)
- Knowledge of NEC
- Experience in AutoCAD electrical is strongly preferred

Skills
- Effective communication skills with internal team, customers, and vendors
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative team setting
-Self-starter, able to work through technical issues efficiently
- Strong time management skills
- Panel schematic design skills
- HMI/PLC programming knowledge
- AB PanelView, Maple Systems, RS Logix 5000
- Connected Components Workbench
- Attention to HMI ergonomics and aesthetics

Hours/Employment Type: Full Time

Salary/Wages: $80,000.00 – $95,000.00 annual salary range based on experience (non-exempt)

How to Apply: Visit our online posting.

Questions? Please contact George Breggar at careers@clearwaterind.com, (414) 365-1200