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Electrical Engineer - R&D

Date Posted: Sep 02, 2026
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    Location Spokane, Washington, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Dec 04, 2026

Job Description

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WagstaffDescription: Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.Description A successful candidate for this role should have core electrical and electronics engineering knowledge and be capable of working in both hardware and software-related roles. Successful candidates will enjoy a challenging role with a wide variety of work responsibilities and many learning opportunities. Successful candidate will be self-motivated, hard working and enjoy continuously learning new skills. This rare and exciting R&D Electrical Engineering role includes a wide variety of work responsibilities in the following areas:Core Electrical Engineering principles:Power system designElectronics designEmbedded systems designMachine/Product R&DIndustrial equipment automationProgrammingIndustrial Automation PLC and Scada control systems:Machine Commissioning / International travel requiredMachine PLC Programming - Ladder Logic software developmentScada and HMI software developmentAutomation systems hardware and software development Automation control system and control panel designNEC compliant Industrial low voltage power distribution designEmbedded systems and electronics:Analog and digital electronic circuits design PCB design and layoutC/C++/python firmware development for microcontroller based New product design:Experiment design and setupInnovative problem solvingProject management / Facilitate transition from R&D to ProductionProject electrical lead Become technical expertFollow product full lifecycle concept to production releaseSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pmPay: $80,000 - $115,000 salary depending on experienceTravel Pay: Additional pay premium per each travel daySign-On Bonus: $5,000Benefits1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day8 paid non-working holidaysMonthly, site-wide BBQsUp to 8% retirement contributionAnnual bonus programTuition ReimbursementTo review our full benefits summary, please visit Want to learn more about Wagstaff? Join us for a virtual tour! Primary Job ResponsibilitiesPerform installation and commissioning of equipment in customer plants in coordination with the Automated Systems Group and Mechanical EngineeringSuccessfully complete job-specific training on various topicsGain proficiency in and configure, troubleshoot, and commission, PLC, and SCADA automation software for various industrial machine controls including, Ladder Logic, Python, Factory Talk, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, SQL, Ge iFix, Ignition, C, C++Design, install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair various, electrical control panels, process instruments, VFD's, servos, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems for industrial automation equipment control systems.Design, build and troubleshoot digital and analog electronic circuits and embedded systemsGain detailed technical understanding of casting equipment and processes controls to become a support resource and subject matter expertProvide Technical Service to customers in response to emergency calls or service requests in troubleshooting and repair Provide training to customer personnel in PLC based automation system operation and maintenance in conjunction with commissioning or in response to independent requests or requirementsParticipate in product development activitiesParticipate in research activities related to aluminum casting technologiesAssist in the preparation of PLC and SCADA packages for projects in coordination with Project Managers and other engineers involved in the commissioning processAttend Engineering Design Review meetings at customer sitesPerform other duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical EngineeringGeneral CharacteristicsAcquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice areaApplies prescribed and/or standard techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasksExercises limited judgment on details of wo

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Company Overview

Spokane, Washington, United States of America

Wagstaff Inc is a manufacturer that specializes in equipment for aluminum producers, contributing to the production of formed aluminum parts and products used in everyday life. The company emphasizes employee benefits and creating a family-friendly w... Read More

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