Electrical Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Huntley, IL seeks an Electrical Engineer to join a collaborative team focused on motion control and automation. You will design, test, and validate mechatronic systems, tune servo motors, and support integration from testing to customer implementation.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, ongoing skill growth, and contributing to advanced automation projects across engineering, applications, and sales teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, automation, robotics, controls, or mechatronics.
• Experience with servo motors, drives, controllers, or industrial motion systems; familiarity with programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and validate electrical and mechatronic systems.
• Perform servo tuning and optimize multi-axis motion systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and motion challenges for internal and external teams.
• Assist with system integration, commissioning, and performance validation.
• Evaluate components and technologies for product development and improvements.
• Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, and test reports.
• Collaborate across engineering, applications, sales, and global teams.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Servo tuning

C++

C#

Python

Troubleshooting

Mechatronics

Control systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EtherCAT

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

Job description

Electrical Engineer | Motion Control & Automation

Are you an Electrical Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and bringing innovative technology to life? Join a collaborative engineering team developing advanced motion control and automation solutions that support the future of manufacturing.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated mechatronic systems, partner with experienced engineers, and contribute to projects from testing and validation through integration and customer implementation. If you enjoy hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, and continuously expanding your technical skills, this could be a great next step in your career.

What You'll Do

• Design, test, and validate electrical and mechatronic systems involving motors, drives, controllers, and automation components.
• Perform servo tuning and optimize multi-axis motion systems for performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and motion-related challenges while supporting internal teams and customers.
• Assist with system integration, commissioning, and performance validation.
• Evaluate components and technologies to support product development and system improvements.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and test reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, applications, sales, and global teams to deliver effective technical solutions.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, automation, robotics, controls, or mechatronics.
• Experience with servo motors, drives, controllers, or industrial motion systems.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C++, C#, or Python.
• Understanding of control systems, servo tuning, and industrial automation concepts.
• Exposure to communication protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, or Modbus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a desire to learn.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

You'll have the chance to work on advanced automation technology, collaborate with talented engineers, and see your contributions directly impact real-world applications. This is an opportunity to grow your expertise in motion control, robotics, and industrial automation while working on meaningful engineering challenges.