Controls Engineer

Actalent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Actalent in Chicago, IL is seeking an on-site Electrical/Controls Engineer for a permanent role. You will develop PLC/HMI software, create electrical schematics and BOMs, review production designs, and troubleshoot existing installations and legacy code.

You will serve as an internal SME for PLC, HMI, VFD, motion control and system integration across legacy and new equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC/HMI applications to meet specifications.
• Plans, evaluates, organizes and implements automation related projects and initiatives.
• Develop electrical schematics and layouts.
• Develop Electrical Bill of Materials.
• Reviews design efforts from production team to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot issues with existing installations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade legacy code.
• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of existing & new equipment.
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems PLC, HMI, VFD, Motion Control, system integration & electromechanical devices.

Job description

• Develop PLC/HMI applications to meet specifications.

• Plans, evaluates, organizes and implements automation related projects and initiatives.

• Develop electrical schematics and layouts.

• Develop Electrical Bill of Materials.

• Reviews design efforts from production team to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Troubleshoot issues with existing installations.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade legacy code.

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of existing & new equipment.

• Internal subject matter expert in control systems PLC, HMI, VFD, Motion Control, system integration & electromechanical devices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), paid time off and holidays, company-paid travel expenses, daily per diem while traveling, and opportunities for overtime to increase overall earnings.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.