Job Description

Position Title: Electrical / Controls Engineer

Location: South Elgin, IL (100% onsite)

About the Role:

TekPro is partnering with the top engineering firm in the western suburbs specializing in automation assembly and test equipment for life science, personal care, and food & beverage industries. We are seeking an experienced Electrical / Controls Engineer to join their innovative team in the Elgin area.

This role is responsible for developing and maintaining electrical, pneumatic, and software designs for automated assembly and testing equipment, ensuring these meet project requirements for quality, cost, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze design requirements and develop schematic diagrams, bills of material, and PLC/HMI application software

• Validate designs through simulation and testing

• Generate clear and functional electrical, pneumatic, and software designs

• Prepare detailed documentation and engineering drawings

• Identify and communicate process or tool improvements

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in automation

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar Controls Engineering role

• Proficiency with: MS Office, AutoCAD, SQL, Ladder Logic, Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View Studio

• Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives, motor control circuits, power distribution (up to 600 VAC)

• Experience drafting one-line diagrams & schematics in AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical experience a plus)

• Familiarity with NEC/NFPA electrical standards for industrial machinery

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D models

Compensation & Benefits:

Our client offers competitive compensation based on skills and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental (employer-paid), and vision (employer-paid) insurance

• Short- and long-term disability (employer-paid)

• Basic life and AD&D (employer-paid)

• Voluntary life insurance

• 401(k) with company contributions, pension plan, ESOP

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness reimbursement

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• Pneumatics Experience
• PLC Programming Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CAD Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)