Senior Electrical Engineer, Automation & Controls Lead

TREW LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TREW LLC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and implement electrical controls for automated material handling equipment. Responsibilities include developing specifications, schematics, and panel drawings, with project work conducted in-office and on-site at client facilities.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and hands-on experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and PLC/HMI systems. Travel to client sites may be required as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years designing industrial electrical control systems.
• Experience with material handling equipment controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical controls systems for automated equipment.
• Lead project teams and coordinate schedules.
• Develop schematics, layouts, and panel drawings.
• Perform on-site testing and commissioning.
• Provide client training and support.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Windows

Networking Ethernet/IP

Electrical controls design

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

7+ years experience designing industrial electrical control systems

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PLC/HMI systems

Electrical panels design

Job description

TREW LLC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and implement electrical controls for automated material handling equipment. Responsibilities include developing specifications, schematics, and panel drawings, with project work conducted in-office and on-site at client facilities.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and hands-on experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and PLC/HMI systems. Travel to client sites may be required as projects progress.