• Elk Grove Village, Illinois
• Manufacturing
• 110k-130k
• Full Time regular employee
•  7:00-16:30
•  Visa Support: Yes

Job Description

Position
Senior Electrical Controls Engineer
Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for our automated machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, HMI development, servo motion control, and electrical schematic design. This role requires a hands-on approach to machine automation, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, high-quality control systems.
Essential Duties
•    Design and layout electrical control panels, ensuring compliance with UL508A and NEC standards.
•    Select and integrate sensors, pneumatic control components, and commercial automation products (e.g., photo sensors, vision systems, bar code readers, hot melt systems) based on company standards and customer specifications.
•    Develop, modify, and debug PLC, HMI, and servo motion control programs.
•    Create electrical schematics, documentation and bills of materials based on project requirements and customer specifications
•    Be proficient in every control aspect from budgeting time, cost control, choosing quality and reliable product
•    Work closely with Mechanical Engineering teams to integrate electrical and mechanical components.
•    Troubleshoot control systems over the phone and on-site with customers.
•    Travel to customer locations for system installation, modifications, and aftermarket electrical control support (25% overnight travel).
•    Train and mentor entry-level Electrical Controls Engineers.
•    Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
•    Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department
Working Hours, Working style
7:30-16:30
Woking Location
Elk Grove Village IL
Salary/Benefit
110k-130k
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Holidays
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Qualifications
​​​​​​​•    Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
•    5+ years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI development, and AutoCAD.
•    Strong background in machine automation, electrical schematic design, and motion control systems.
•    Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical design; experience with SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
•    Proficient in commercial automation products such as photo sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems.
•    Proven experience in PLC programming, HMI development, and multi-axis coordinated motion control.
•    Solid understanding of machine timing and industrial wiring concepts.
•    Strong electro-mechanical skills with a hands-on approach to system troubleshooting.
•    Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-driven and project goal-oriented individual
•    Comfortable with 70% behind the desk work and 30% on the floor testing when in the plant
Preferred Qualifications:
•    Experience with electrical schematic software such as AutoCAD Light or SolidWorks Electrical.
•    Prior exposure to industrial automation and machine design.

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