Electrical Controls Engineer

Electrical Engineer IIJob Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, program, test, and support industrial control systems and automated machinery. This hands-on role involves PLC programming, embedded software, electronic circuit design, motors, drives, and servo systems, along with supporting equipment from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PLC and embedded software using C, C++, Assembly, and other programming languages.

• Design, troubleshoot, and debug digital and analog electronic circuits.

• Program and tune AC/DC motors, drives, and servo systems.

• Create and maintain electrical schematics, BOMs, ECNs, and engineering documentation.

• Test and troubleshoot equipment using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and other test equipment.

• Support the design and development of automated and high-speed machinery from concept through production.

• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers on equipment integration and troubleshooting.

• Provide occasional onsite support for equipment installation and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation.

• Strong knowledge of C/C++ and embedded or industrial control systems.

• Experience with digital/analog electronics and circuit troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of AC/DC motors, drives, and servo systems.

• Experience reading and developing electrical schematics and BOMs.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design software preferred.

• Hands-on experience with automated or high-speed industrial machinery preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tinley Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $52.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tinley Park, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tinley Park,IL.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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