Electrical Engineer, Controls (31711)

UCC Environmental; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

UCC Environmental in Libertyville, IL seeks an Electrical Controls Engineer to design and program electrical control systems and contribute to project success. You will work on control panel layouts, schematic design, PLC and HMI programming, BOMs, and releases.

Required a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field with 3–7 years of experience, AutoCAD proficiency, and PLC/HMI skills. Travel 10–15% to meet project objectives and client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or EE technology.
• 3–7 years in electrical control systems design and programming.
• AutoCAD proficiency; AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.
• Ladder logic programming capability.
• Studio 5000 or FactoryTalk proficiency preferred; Step 7 or Control Expert preferred.
• AVEVA or Ignition experience a plus.
• Proficiency in software testing and controls commissioning.
• Proficiency with industrial networking protocols.
• Proficiency with motor control and VFD applications.
• Familiarity with NEC (NFPA 70) and UL 508A.
• Strong time management and organization.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, performs, coordinates and reviews electrical control systems design.
• Contributes to project schedules for engineering activities.
• Provides and coordinates engineering estimates to support proposals.
• Reviews contract scope for impact on electrical and control systems.
• Coordinates subcontractors and vendors through project management.
• Travels 10–15% to meet objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in electrical control

Ladder logic programming

Project planning

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk

Step 7

Control Expert

AVEVA

Ignition

Job description

Job Details

Location: UCC Libertyville – Libertyville, IL 60048

Salary Range: $90,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, performs, coordinates and reviews technical tasks associated with electrical control systems design, including control panel layouts, schematic design, PLC and HMI programming, bill of material development, and material releases.
• Contributes to development of project schedules for engineering activities, ensuring individual contributions meet deliverables for contract and proposal requirements in scope, schedule and budget.
• Provides and coordinates engineering estimates to support proposal activities within established guidelines.
• Provides technical review and direction of sub‑contractors vendors through project management requirements, ensuring projects are brought in on budget.
• Reviews all contract scope requirements for impact on electrical and control systems.
• Travels as required to meet proposal and project objectives (10–15%).
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3 to 7 years of experience in electrical control systems design and programming.
• AutoCAD proficiency required; AutoCAD Electrical proficiency a plus.
• Independently capable of programming ladder logic for new systems according to a written narrative or functional description.
• Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk proficiency preferred; Step 7 or Control Expert preferred.
• AVEVA or Ignition experience a plus.
• Proficiency with software testing and controls commissioning.
• Proficiency with common industrial networking platforms and protocols.
• Proficiency with industrial motor control and variable frequency drive applications.
• Familiarity with material handling or water treatment processes a plus.
• Familiarity with NEC (NFPA 70) and UL 508A.
• Proven time management and organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize and execute in an environment with concurrent commitments.

Essential Physical Abilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a desk using a computer 80% of the time.
• Ability to travel 10–15% of the time to meet proposal and project objectives.

Core Values and Beliefs

• People – we trust and invest in our people, unlocking their full potential and they always come first.
• Teamwork – we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspiration.
• Integrity – we are truthful and respectful to customers, employees, community, and suppliers.
• Customer Satisfaction – we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer service.
• Innovative – we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversity.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $90,000 to $140,000 annual pay based on skills and experience.
• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs and voluntary options such as Vision, HSA, FSA (Medical, Dental, Vision and Dependent Care), Accident, Identity Theft, Legal coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match, pre‑tax and Roth options, and discretionary annual profit‑sharing contribution.
• Time Off: 10 days of vacation, vacation purchase plan up to 10 days purchased per year, 5 days of sick leave and 10 holidays, parental leave, FMLA.
• Miscellaneous: Student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, certification and license reimbursement, personalized professional development plans and career path options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UCC Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran. If you have difficulty applying for this job online, by e‑mail, or need accommodations, please call 847‑473‑5900 and ask for Human Resources.