Electrical Controls Engineer

enVista • Burr Ridge, IL

1d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Controls Engineer provides service and solutions for products offered by enVista’s Automation division. The role spans the controls system lifecycle, from design through testing and commissioning to handing the system off to the customer. The engineer is expected to be a well-rounded, reliable team player and critical thinker who is willing to learn and adapt to different environments and projects. The position follows a hybrid schedule based in enVista’s Willowbrook office and may require travel up to 50%.

Requirements

• BSEE in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• PLC and HMI experience; Allen Bradley is listed, with Beckhoff and Siemens noted as pluses.
• ACAD experience with electrical panel and schematic design.
• Experience in material handling environments involving conveyors and robotics.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

• Ignition programming experience.
• Conveyor or robotics controls system design experience.
• Barcode reader experience, with Cognex noted as a plus.
• Beckhoff or Siemens PLC experience.
• Beckhoff HMI experience.

Responsibilities

• Support sales during proposal development, including concepts and quotes.
• Design and generate electrical drawings for conveying systems.
• Procure electrical parts and coordinate logistics.
• Select and work with control panel builders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop PLC and HMI programs.
• Select and support electrical installers during installation.
• Perform on-site testing and commissioning.
• Train operators and support projects after completion.
• Generate final documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and unlimited volunteering days.
• Paid sabbatical after seven years of service.
• 401(k) matching, financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Hybrid and remote work opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Comprehensive onboarding and training, award and recognition programs, volunteer and affinity groups, and mentoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level