Junior Controls Engineer

Markent Personnel, Inc.; Bridgeview (IL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision

Overtime available

1st shift schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Markent Personnel, Inc. in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a Junior Controls Engineer for an on-site role in a highly automated facility.

The position focuses on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and controls maintenance to keep robotic lines and packaging systems running smoothly. The ideal candidate has PLC experience or strong technical training, reads schematics, and can work with VFDs, servos, and HMI interfaces.

Formación

• BS, AAS, or technical certifications in controls or electrical systems
• 1+ years of hands-on PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting
• Strong technical education with limited field experience considered
• Ability to read control schematics and electrical drawings
• Familiarity with VFDs, servos, HMI interfaces, and industrial networks
• Mechanical aptitude for repairing pneumatic and electrical components
• Local candidates only

Responsabilidades

• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and electronic systems on production equipment
• Adjust and troubleshoot PLC programs to diagnose issues
• Read and interpret wiring schematics and control drawings
• Tune machines, VFDs, and servos via HMI interfaces
• Install electrical conduit and raceway per electrical codes
• Pull wires and repair electrical and pneumatic components
• Work with internal teams and external contractors

Conocimientos

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Controls maintenance

Schematics reading

HMI interfaces

Educación

BS/AAS in controls

Technical certifications

Herramientas

PLC hardware (Siemens/AB)

HMI interfaces

Industrial networks

Descripción del empleo

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