Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Position Title: Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Work Schedule: Onsite/Monday through Friday  

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Salary: $110-120K/year

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for our automated machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, HMI development, servo motion control, and electrical schematic design. This role requires a hands-on approach to machine automation, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, high-quality control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and layout electrical control panels, ensuring compliance with UL508A and NEC standards.
• Select and integrate sensors, pneumatic control components, and commercial automation products (e.g., photo sensors, vision systems, bar code readers, hot melt systems) based on company standards and customer specifications.
• Develop, modify, and debug PLC, HMI, and servo motion control programs.
• Create electrical schematics, documentation and bills of materials based on project requirements and customer specifications

·      Be proficient in every control aspect from budgeting time, cost control, choosing quality and reliable product

• Work closely with Mechanical Engineering teams to integrate electrical and mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot control systems over the phone and on-site with customers.
• Travel to customer locations for system installation, modifications, and aftermarket electrical control support (25% overnight travel).
• Train and mentor entry-level Electrical Controls Engineers.

·      Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job

·      Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMI development, and AutoCAD.
• Strong background in machine automation, electrical schematic design, and motion control systems.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical design; experience with SolidWorks Electrical is a plus.
• Proficient in commercial automation products such as photo sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems.
• Proven experience in PLC programming, HMI development, and multi-axis coordinated motion control.
• Solid understanding of machine timing and industrial wiring concepts.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills with a hands-on approach to system troubleshooting.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-driven and project goal-oriented individual
• Comfortable with 70% behind the desk work and 30% on the floor testing when in the plant

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electrical schematic software such as AutoCAD Light or SolidWorks Electrical.
• Prior exposure to industrial automation and machine design.

Benefits:

• Medical PPO Company paid 100 % for Employee and about 90% for dependents.
• Dental PPO Plan – Company paid 100 % for Employee
• Vision plan PPO Plan
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) $1,500 for Employee and $3,000 for Family annually
• EAP – Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance ($25,000 Basic and Supplemental options)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (Basic and Supplemental options)
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD)
•  Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• 401K Plan
• 11 Paid Holidays
• PTO and Sick time
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250 per year towards tuition reimbursement.