Hands-On PLC Control Engineer – Automation & HMI

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation LLC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a PLC Electrical Engineer / Control Engineer with 3–5 years of industry experience to join our engineering team. You will design and maintain electrical control systems for automated machinery and develop PLC programs and HMI interfaces.

The role requires hands-on wiring, panel assembly, commissioning, and collaboration with mechanical engineers and production teams to deliver integrated automation solutions while adhering to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience in control system design and automation.
• Experience with PLC programming and integration.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain electrical control systems and panel layouts for automated machinery and equipment.
• Develop and implement PLC programs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) and HMI interfaces.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs using AutoCAD or SolidWorks Electrical.
• Conduct hands-on wiring, panel assembly, system testing, and commissioning of machines.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and production teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and provide support during machine builds and customer acceptance testing.
• Ensure NEC, NESC, and internal standards for safety and design.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in system design and manufacturing processes.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design

HMI interfaces

Control systems

Panel wiring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a PLC Electrical Engineer / Control Engineer with 3–5 years of industry experience to join our engineering team. You will design and maintain electrical control systems for automated machinery and develop PLC programs and HMI interfaces.

The role requires hands-on wiring, panel assembly, commissioning, and collaboration with mechanical engineers and production teams to deliver integrated automation solutions while adhering to