Junior PLC Controls Engineer – 1st Shift, On-site

MDS Staffing; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

1st shift with overtime option

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Junior Controls Engineer for an on-site role in Bridgeview, IL. The position focuses on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated production lines in a Chicago-area facility.

The ideal candidate has hands-on PLC experience and the ability to read control schematics. Local candidates only, with a first-shift schedule and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• BS, AAS, or technical certifications in controls, electrical systems, or a related field.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Education

BS/AS or technical certifications in controls/electrical systems

Tools

VFDs

Servo motors

HMI interfaces

Industrial networks

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Junior Controls Engineer for an on-site role in Bridgeview, IL. The position focuses on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated production lines in a Chicago-area facility.

The ideal candidate has hands-on PLC experience and the ability to read control schematics. Local candidates only, with a first-shift schedule and opportunities for overtime.