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ESR Healthcare

Senior Electrical Controls Engineer Elk Grove Village, IL

ESR Healthcare, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, us, 60009

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Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Elk Grove Village, IL

Full Time

Job Title:

Senior Electrical Controls Engineer Location:

Elk Grove Village, IL Job Type:

Full-time/Contract Salary:

$120k depending on experience

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled

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, hot melt systems). Develop, modify, and debug

PLC, HMI, and Kinetix servo motion control programs . Create

electrical schematics and bills of materials

based on project requirements. Ensure efficient time and cost management when selecting control system components. Read and interpret

customer specifications

and modify machine electrical schematics accordingly. 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

(up to 30% travel). Train and mentor

entry-level Electrical Controls Engineers . Assist in the development of

engineering standards and procedures

for control systems.

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. Familiar with commercial automation products such as

photo sensors, pneumatics, and vision systems . 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. Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with

electrical schematic software

such as AutoCAD Light or SolidWorks Electrical. Prior exposure to

industrial automation and machine design . PMI

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