Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Atrium Staffing LLC; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of plant equipment and control systems in our Chicago Heights facility. You will partner with Production and Maintenance teams to reduce downtime and lead reliability improvement projects.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial electrical/instrumentation experience, working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial electrical/instrumentation experience.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement equipment reliability and performance improvements.
• Provide technical support to Production/Maintenance to optimize productivity.
• Troubleshoot electrical/instrumentation/control systems and craft sustainable solutions.
• Lead capital and reliability projects from scope through commissioning.
• Coordinate contractors and vendors as needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Electrical Engineering preferred

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization that produces high-quality products for customers across diverse markets. The company is committed to operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on innovation and employee development, the organization offers a collaborative work environment where team members are empowered to contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and long-term business success. They are currently hiring an Electrical Maintenance Engineer.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$90k - $130k

Position Overview:

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will support the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of plant equipment and control systems within a manufacturing environment. This role will partner closely with the Production and Maintenance teams to reduce downtime, improve equipment performance, and lead capital and reliability improvement projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting abilities, hands‑on industrial experience, and a collaborative approach to solving complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer:

• Develop and implement equipment reliability and performance improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support to the Production and Maintenance teams to optimize plant productivity and quality.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues and develop sustainable solutions.
• Serve as a technical resource for plant personnel on equipment and process‑related matters.
• Review and enhance preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Investigate recurring equipment failures and conduct root cause analyses.
• Support administration and maintenance of plant control systems and networks.
• Lead capital and improvement projects from scope development through commissioning.
• Prepare cost estimates, capital requests, and project schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and vendors as required.
• Participate in plant operations and continuous improvement meetings.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with safety, engineering, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve operational objectives.

Required Experience/Skills for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer:

• 3+ years of industrial experience supporting electrical, instrumentation, or control systems.
• Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley PLC systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving capabilities in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience planning, scheduling, and executing maintenance or project‑related work.
• Understanding of industrial safety practices and engineering standards.
• Experience supporting production operations and minimizing downtime.
• Ability to work in industrial environments requiring climbing ladders and stairs, standing, bending, exposure to temperature changes, and routine plant visits.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer:

• Experience leading maintenance reliability initiatives.
• Exposure to plant control networks and automation systems.
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing fieldwork activities.
• Capital project management experience, including budgeting and cost estimation.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to mentor maintenance personnel.
• Experience within chemical, process manufacturing, mining, materials, or heavy industrial environments.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first of the month following hire.
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance.
• Tax‑advantaged health savings and spending accounts.
• 401(K) eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal days, and sick time.
• Company‑provided life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Fitness membership reimbursement program.
• Educational assistance program.

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