Electrical Controls Engineer - Onsite, Bartlett IL

Actalent; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

Actalent in Bartlett, IL is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design electrical controls and software using PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and related hardware for standard and custom automation products. The role blends electrical design, programming, and hands‑on testing to meet specifications and cost targets.

The position is permanent and onsite in Bartlett, IL, with travel limited in the first year.

Qualifications

• Proficient in designing electrical controls and troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and related hardware/software.
• Hands-on design, testing, and troubleshooting to meet specs and costs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical controls and associated software for various products.
• Perform hands-on design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical controls and programming.
• Produce conceptual custom systems design and quotes as required.
• Conduct final system run-offs to verify proper functionality.
• Provide customer site installation, service, and support when needed.
• Maintain documentation necessary for product manufacturing, adhering to standards and TQM practices.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

PC programming

5-20 years experience

Education

BSEE or 2-year/associate degree

Job description

Actalent in Bartlett, IL is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design electrical controls and software using PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and related hardware for standard and custom automation products. The role blends electrical design, programming, and hands‑on testing to meet specifications and cost targets.

The position is permanent and onsite in Bartlett, IL, with travel limited in the first year.