Electrical Controls Engineer

LaSalle Network; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Controls Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining cutting-edge electrical and software designs for automated systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that meet high functional specifications and quality standards. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, you will contribute to enhancing tools and processes, ensuring efficiency and precision in design. If you are passionate about automation and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Pension plan

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Paid time off and 8 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Electrical Controls Engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical, pneumatic, and software designs.
• Analyze design requirements and validate designs through testing.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC Programming

HMI Software Development

AutoCAD

SQL

Ladder Logic

Troubleshooting

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio

Siemens Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

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Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Compensation:

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

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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