Electrical Engineer

Controls Engineer I

The Controls Engineer I is responsible for programming, implementation, and startup of automation and integration projects. This role ensures smooth project execution, high-quality system performance, and strong customer satisfaction. The engineer will work across PLC/HMI programming, electrical controls, and process engineering, reporting into the Project Management Team depending on project assignment.

$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

• 4–8+ years of experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems (AC/DC circuits, instrument loops, PLCs)
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming software such as Studio
  5000, RSLogix 500, Factory Talk Suite, GE Products, Ignition, Aveva/Wonderware
• Working knowledge of instrumentation (discrete/analog devices, flow meters, VFDs, scales)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to collaborate well with internal teams
• Understanding of automation/integration concepts: system architecture, data mapping, API integration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for customer and team interaction
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively and quickly
• Familiarity with industry‑standard automation and integration tools

• Ideally onsite once per week
• Up to ~20% travel (mostly 1–2 day trips); occasional multi‑day Midwest travel
• Rare larger commissioning/startup events (1–2 weeks), with weekends at home

• First week of employment will be spent training onsite in Algonquin

• Mileage reimbursed at standard federal rate for day trips
• No per diem for day trips
• Overnight travel includes per diem for food and rental car
• Company credit card provided for booking travel and accommodations

• After ~6 months, added to rotating on‑call schedule
• Rotation is once every 2.5–3 months, one week at a time
• Typically 6–8 calls during that week, some may occur at night

• Small, privately run organization with strong family values
• Founded ~30 years ago; currently in a fast‑growth phase
• Leadership is personable and somewhat traditional, but provides autonomy and respects work–life balance
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Full medical benefits with no monthly employee cost
• 10 paid holidays
• Overtime available (straight time; can convert up to 40 OT hours into PTO)
• 401(k) match after one year; fully vested after five years
• At least one week per year of external training
• Bonus!

• Full lifecycle development of automation solutions
• RFP review
• Technical documentation
• Onsite implementation
• Program and implement control logic for new and existing systems
• Support commissioning through customer acceptance
• Troubleshoot and identify risk areas; support prototype and early testing
• Communicate issues and scope concerns to Project Management
• Support timely project completion
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and system support

• Associate

• Full-time

• Manufacturing, Machinery Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing