Engineering Journal Jobs in Knapp Wisconsin

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Description:

• The Electrical Engineer supports facility power, controls, and automation systems used in the production of existing and new products (ProDry, nutritional, and extract products) at our Boyceville operation.
• This position also includes supporting future investment and upgrades of existing systems.
• The new team member will be the subject matter expert of all facility electrical systems.

Responsibilities Include:

Technology:

• Remain current with the technological developments in power, automation, and controls
• Build and manage a database of all plant electrical and control equipment, networks, and logic to manage reliability and obsolescence
• Well-versed in all plant processes and control systems to provide support and troubleshooting as necessary

Project Support:

• Manage production and support systems electrical and control hardware, systems software, programs, and networks for optimum reliability
• Install, program, and repair devices and systems that are used to control, measure, and operate production processes
• Troubleshoot and problem solve in the field of automation, measurement, and control technologies
• Carry out systematic fault analyzes for repairs
• Independently execute work according to specifications (maintenance plans)
• Improvement and standardization of the electrotechnical infrastructure
• Be a team player with effective communication and inform team of extraordinary events or important circumstances
• Ensure documentation is adequate, accurate, maintained, and managed
• Create risk and hazard assessments for newly planned projects
• Red line drawing changes, coordinate update process, and redistribution

Innovation:

• Represent electrical, automation, and process controls with all future processes or projects
• Maintain a relationship with Innovation colleagues within the enterprise and industry

Additional Responsibilities:

• Optimization of systems in cooperation with R&D, engineering, production, IT and HSE
• Create risk assessments and weak point analyzes in the context of general occupational safety, maintenance, and repair, as well as quality management for electrical engineering
• Improve energy efficiency (ISO 50.001) and maintain product safety (our highest priority) while performing job duties.
• Assure compliance with Client Legal & Safety Procedures
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations
• Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks and participate in professional societies
• Support and train maintenance and operations staff in automation systems to build skill set with maintaining and troubleshooting issues
• Manage 3rd party contractors for engineering support, installs/modifications, and with systems or equipment maintenance
• Assist with the implementation of new processes for the plant
• Support technical needs of plant daily operations, as necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 year's experience in industrial food plant processes
• 3 - 5 years' experience working in an electrical engineering role
• Independent working style and able to deal with and handle changing priorities
• Critical thinking, complex problem solving, judgment and decision-making, system analysis, adaptability, and monitoring skills
• Creative, self-starter, and flexible
• Production focus with a sound understanding of systems reliability and maintenance
• Ability to work off normal schedule hours and weekends, when needed
• Good communication, teamwork, and reporting skills

Preferred:

• Previous experiences managing electrical systems and equipment
• Previous project management and production process support experience

Education:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Process Engineer

Why this role matters

As a Process Engineer, you’ll be a key driver behind how our products are made—today and tomorrow. You’ll support day-to-day manufacturing while also shaping improvements, scaling innovations, and optimizing processes to meet evolving market demands. If you enjoy solving complex problems, improving efficiency, and working hands-on with production teams, this role gives you real impact.

What you’ll do

• Own and optimize production processes for both existing and new products
• Develop and manage mass and energy balances to improve performance and sustainability
• Partner with internal teams and customers to deliver new ingredients and process solutions
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data, Lean principles, and statistical analysis
• Identify opportunities to improve production rates, yields, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Reduce processing costs through yield improvements and alternative raw material sourcing
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation, control variables, and troubleshooting guides
• Track process KPIs, analyze performance trends, and drive measurable improvements
• Train and support operations teams on process control systems and core process fundamentals
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to resolve complex processing challenges
• Support toll manufacturing and execute small capital improvement (CAPEX) projects
• Drive scale-up of new products from pilot to commercial production and introduce new process technologies
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety standards
• Actively participate in site safety programs and ongoing safety training

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years of experience in industrial wet processes (experience with yeast extract or spray-drying is a plus)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to think strategically and manage complex, interconnected processes
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocessing/Bioproducts, Food Engineering, or a related field

We are seeking individuals to review and provide feedback on everyday money-management tips. This role focuses on common financial challenges such as managing expenses, reducing spending, and making smarter financial choices.

You will review examples of budgeting methods and evaluate practical ideas people use to stretch their income. The goal is to understand which approaches work best for real households.

The work is flexible and fully online. Applicants should have an interest in budgeting, saving money, or improving financial habits.

No formal finance background is required.