Junior Controls Engineer

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc.; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision

1st shift schedule with overtime

Long-term career potential

Job summary

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Junior Controls Engineer for our Chicago-area client in Bridgeview, IL.

This on-site role focuses on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and controls maintenance to keep automated production lines running. The successful candidate will have a technical degree and hands-on PLC experience, with a willingness to learn and work closely with internal teams and external contractors.

Qualifications

• BS, AAS, or technical certifications in controls, electrical systems, or related field.
• 1+ years PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting in manufacturing.
• Read and interpret control schematics and electrical drawings.
• Familiar with VFDs, servos, HMIs and industrial networks.
• Local candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems across production equipment.
• Adjust PLC programs to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Read, interpret, and redline wiring schematics and control drawings.
• Tune machines, VFDs, and servos via HMIs.
• Install and inspect conduit, raceway, and busbar per codes.
• Terminate connections and repair components using standard tools.
• Inspect components to prevent downtime and collaborate with teams and contractors.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Control schematics reading

Industrial controls

HMI familiarity

Education

BS/AAS or technical cert in controls/electrical

Tools

VFDs

Servos

HMI interfaces

Industrial networks

Job description

Junior Controls Engineer
Location: Bridgeview, IL (On-site)
Pay: $40.00–$45.00/hour
Schedule: 1st Shift | Local Candidates Only

Overview

A national manufacturer operating multiple production facilities across North America is adding a controls-focused engineer to its maintenance team at a highly automated Chicago-area facility. The operation runs robotic, automated conveyors, and complex packaging systems and this role sits at the center of keeping all of it running.

This is a hands-on technical position focused on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and controls maintenance. The company will consider candidates with strong technical education and limited hands-on experience, but proven PLC and electrical experience in a manufacturing environment will be prioritized.

What the Job Involves

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems across production equipment, automated conveyors, packaging lines, and robotic cells
• Adjust and troubleshoot PLC programs to diagnose and resolve equipment issues
• Read, interpret, and redline wiring schematics and control system drawings
• Adjust parameters in machines, VFDs, and servos using built-in HMI interfaces
• Install and inspect electrical conduit, raceway, and busbar systems per electrical codes
• Pull wire, terminate connections, and repair electrical and pneumatic components using standard tools and procedures
• Electrically tune and troubleshoot equipment to maintain proper operation within expected tolerances
• Inspect operating components to identify issues before they result in downtime
• Assemble, align, and install equipment as needed
• Work professionally alongside internal teams and external contractors

What They Need

• BS, AAS, or technical certifications in controls, electrical systems, or a related field is required
• Prefer 1+ years of hands-on PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting experience
• Candidates with strong technical education and limited field experience will also be considered
• Ability to read and interpret control schematics and electrical drawings
• Familiarity with VFDs, servos, HMI interfaces, and industrial communications networks
• Mechanical aptitude with experience repairing pneumatic and electrical components
• Local candidates only

What's on the Table

• $40.00–$45.00/hour based on experience
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Consistent 1st shift schedule with optional overtime
• Family-oriented culture with a genuine focus on work-life balance
• Stable, well-established operation with long-term career potential