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Associate Engineer, Electrical

Location: 

Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Requisition ID:  2706

Job Summary/Overview

The Associate Engineer, Electrical (Aftermarket department) is a customer-focused technical expert responsible for ensuring peak performance and reliability of Magnetek products and systems. This role provides technical guidance, product knowledge, and troubleshooting support for a broad range of industrial applications, including drives, controls, radios, and brake systems. The position is designed as an entry-level engineering role with a career path into advanced engineering positions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for Magnetek products, including drives, controls, radios, and brake systems, via phone, email, and occasional on-site visits.
  • Serve as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams (engineering, sales, service, and development) to resolve product issues and improve system performance.
  • Accurately process and manage customer repair orders, RMAs, and service documentation in accordance with company procedures.
  • Communicate clearly with customers regarding repair findings, system status, and any delays or issues.
  • Stay current with industry standards, motor control technologies, and troubleshooting practices.
  • Maintain compliance with safety regulations and uphold high standards of workplace organization and cleanliness.
  • Participate in scheduled on-call rotations with additional compensation, as needed.
  • Travel to customer sites to support/advise customer technicians in troubleshooting when required.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Customer Focus
  • Technical Aptitude
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to analyze technical issues and propose effective solutions
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn diagnostic software and ERP systems

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred); or equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
  • Internship or co-op experience in electrical or industrial engineering preferred
  • Exposure to industrial automation, material handling, or related systems preferred
  • Knowledge of Magnetek products or similar industrial control systems preferred

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee

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