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Senior Electrical Controls Engineer
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JAC Recruitment .
Company Overview Our client, a packaging machine manufacturing company, is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer.
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.
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.
Salary & Benefits USD $120,000: DOE and discretionary bonus.
Work Location Elk Grove Village, IL (Onsite)
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Staffing and Recruiting
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Senior Electrical Controls Engineer
role at
JAC Recruitment .
Company Overview Our client, a packaging machine manufacturing company, is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer.
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.
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.
Salary & Benefits USD $120,000: DOE and discretionary bonus.
Work Location Elk Grove Village, IL (Onsite)
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industry: Staffing and Recruiting
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