Controls Engineer - PLC & Electrical (1st Shift, On-site)

Zaddy Solutions; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions is hiring a Junior Controls Engineer for our Bridgeview, IL site. This on-site role centers on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting and controls maintenance in a highly automated facility.

You will read schematics, tune PLC/HMI parameters, work with VFDs and servos, and collaborate with technicians and contractors. The position offers first shift hours, a competitive $40.00–$45.00 per hour wage, and strong long-term career potential.

Qualifications

• BS, AAS, or technical certifications in controls, electrical systems, or a related field is required.
• Prefer 1+ years of hands-on PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Candidates with strong technical education and limited field experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems across production equipment, automated conveyors, packaging lines, and robotic cells.
• Adjust and troubleshoot PLC programs to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Read, interpret, and redline wiring schematics and control system drawings.
• Adjust parameters in machines, VFDs, and servos using built-in HMI interfaces.
• Install and inspect electrical conduit, raceway, and busbar systems per electrical codes.
• Pull wire, terminate connections, and repair electrical and pneumatic components using standard tools and procedures.
• Electrically tune and troubleshoot equipment to maintain proper operation within expected tolerances.
• Inspect operating components to identify issues before they result in downtime.
• Assemble, align, and install equipment as needed.
• Work professionally alongside internal teams and external contractors.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

HMI interfaces

VFDs and servos

Industrial networks

Education

BS/AAS or technical certifications in controls/electrical

Job description

Zaddy Solutions is hiring a Junior Controls Engineer for our Bridgeview, IL site. This on-site role centers on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting and controls maintenance in a highly automated facility.

You will read schematics, tune PLC/HMI parameters, work with VFDs and servos, and collaborate with technicians and contractors. The position offers first shift hours, a competitive $40.00–$45.00 per hour wage, and strong long-term career potential.