Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Compensation:

Salary range: $90,000/yr+, final compensation will be based on relevant experience, skills, and education.

Location: Elgin, IL

Job Summary:

We are seeking two experienced Electrical Controls Engineers to join a growing team. The successful candidates will be responsible for developing and maintaining electrical, pneumatic, and software designs for automated assembly and testing equipment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment meets functional specifications, quality standards, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze design requirements, generate schematic diagrams, create bills of material, develop PLC and HMI software, and validate designs through simulations and testing.
• Produce clear and functional electrical, pneumatic, and software designs aligned with concept requirements and customer expectations.
• Complete necessary documentation for internal and external communication, including detailed drawings, schematics, programming, and bills of materials.
• Identify and recommend improvements to tools, software, and processes to reduce design errors and inefficiencies.
  
  

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent education and work experience in automation.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Electrical Controls Engineering.
• Proficiency in the following software: MS Office, AutoCAD, SQL, Ladder Logic, Rockwell Studio 5000, Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio, and comparable platforms (e.g., Siemens Portal, Step7/WinCC, Omron, Automation Direct – DirectSoft).
• Experience with configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, VFDs, stepper/servo drives, motor control circuits, and power distribution systems (up to 600 VAC).
• Skilled in drafting one-line diagrams and schematics using AutoCAD; AutoCAD Electrical experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Codes and Industrial Electrical Standards (NFPA, NEC, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D solid models.
  
  

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (some employer-paid)
• Short- and long-term disability (employer-paid)
• Life and AD&D insurance (employer-paid)
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Pension plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness reimbursement program
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer:

This organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment.