Electrical Engineer (PLC Specialist)

Pasona Inc.; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Pasona Inc. in Ottawa, IL is seeking an Electrical Engineer with strong PLC expertise and bilingual Japanese/English capability to design, program, troubleshoot, and support industrial automation projects.

You will work with Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Omron PLCs, read schematics, and collaborate with Japanese-speaking stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of experience in PLC programming,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of PLC programming and industrial automation experience.
• Proficiency with Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Omron PLCs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control layouts.
• Business-level Japanese and English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of automation equipment.
• Collaborate with Japanese-speaking teams to translate requirements.
• Perform testing, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams and customers.
• Ensure safety standards and industry regulations compliance.

Skills

PLC programming

Schematic interpretation

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Japanese language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Electrical Engineer (PLC Specialist)

Location: Ottawa, IL

Compensation: Up to approx. $125,000 annually (DOE)

Hours: Full-time

Employment Type: On-site (may include project-based flexibility)

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the listed job-related qualifications. Please review thoroughly before submitting your application.

Company Overview

A manufacturing organization specializing in power transmission components for recreational vehicles and automotive applications, operating within a global business environment.

Position Summary

Seeking an Electrical Engineer with strong PLC expertise and bilingual Japanese/English capability to support industrial automation systems. This role involves design, programming, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration with Japanese-speaking stakeholders to ensure effective project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (e.g., Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of automation equipment
• Collaborate with Japanese-speaking teams to translate technical requirements and documentation
• Perform system testing, debugging, and performance optimization
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams and customers
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in PLC programming and industrial automation
• Proficiency with major PLC platforms (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control panel layouts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Japanese language proficiency (business level or higher, strong reading and writing required)
• English proficiency (written and spoken)

Preferred:

• Experience with robotics or factory automation systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
• Experience in manufacturing environments, especially with Japanese organizations
• Familiarity with CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)

Other Details

• Work environment: Industrial/manufacturing setting
• Travel: May be required (domestic and/or international)
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

This role may include additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs.