Electrical Controls Engineer
enVista•Willowbrook, IL
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Electrical Controls Engineer provides efficient service and solutions for products offered by enVista’s Automation division. The role spans controls-system design through testing, commissioning, and handoff to the customer. The successful candidate is a well-rounded, reliable team player and critical thinker who is willing to learn and adapt to different environments and projects. The position is based in enVista’s Willowbrook office on a hybrid schedule and requires willingness to travel up to 50%.
Requirements
- BSEE in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience with PLCs and HMIs.
- Experience with ACAD for electrical panel and schematic design.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
- Ability to learn and adapt to multiple environments and projects; be a reliable team player and critical thinker.
Nice To Haves
- Allen-Bradley or Beckhoff PLC and HMI experience; Siemens PLC experience is also a plus.
- Ignition programming experience.
- Experience in material handling environments, including conveyors and robotics.
- Conveyor or robotics controls-system design experience.
- Barcode reader experience, with Cognex a plus.
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 a control panel builder to ensure on-time delivery.
- Develop PLC and HMI programs.
- Select and support electrical installers during installation.
- Conduct on-site testing and commissioning.
- Train operators and support projects after completion.
- Generate final project 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.
- Planning and hardship resources.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Hybrid and remote work options.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Onboarding and training, award and recognition programs, volunteer and affinity groups, and mentoring culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
