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Electrical Controls Engineer

LHH Recruitment Solutions
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Description

Job Description

LHH is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Controls Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical engineering, with a focus on automation, controls, and instrumentation. The anticipated salary for this role is between $90,000-$120,000 a year.

Responsibilities :

  • Design and select components for electrical control panels.
  • Choose appropriate sensors and pneumatic control components for systems.
  • Apply knowledge of UL508A and NEC standards in control system design.
  • Write, modify, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and Kinetix servo motion control programs.
  • Develop electrical schematics and bills of materials based on provided guidelines.
  • Manage time, costs, and ensure the selection of reliable, high-quality components.
  • Follow pre-established guidelines and instructions to perform duties effectively.
  • Contribute to the creation of departmental engineering standards and procedures.
  • Review and interpret customer specifications for system requirements.
  • Design and modify machine electrical schematics as needed.
  • Exhibit strong skills in logical code writing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering teams on system design and implementation.
  • Make independent decisions to improve efficiency, manage budgets, and meet deadlines, under the guidance of management.
  • Assist customers over the phone with troubleshooting installed systems.
  • Travel (up to 30%) for system installations, modifications, and electrical controls support at customer sites.
  • Mentor and support entry-level Electrical Controls Engineers in their development.

Skills and Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and AutoCAD.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
  • Expertise in electrical / control aspects of machine design, with a strong understanding of industry concepts and practices.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD for electrical design applications.
  • Familiarity with selecting and using commercial products like photo sensors, pneumatics, vision systems, and hot melt systems.
  • Strong proficiency in PLC programming and motion control systems.
  • Ability to understand and implement industrial writing concepts.
  • Knowledge of machine timing principles and operations.
  • Experience with electrical schematic software (AutoCAD Light, SolidWorks Electrical is a plus).
  • Exposure to PLC and HMI programming, along with multi-axis coordinated motion control.
  • Strong electro-mechanical skills and understanding.
  • Practical experience in machine assembly, including the calibration and adjustment of sensors and actuators.
  • Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
  • Benefits :

  • Medical, Vision and Dental
  • 401(k)
  • Profit Sharing (A vested program that functions as an additional retirement account)
  • Holiday Bonus Discretionary Bonus – The company enjoys rewarding employees.
  • Pay Details : $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year

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    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Salary : $90,000 - $120,000

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