Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

We're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of microprocessor- and PLC-based control systems for automated equipment. This hands-on role spans circuit design, schematic capture, PCB layout, prototype development, embedded programming, and system validation, offering the opportunity to work across hardware, software, and automation technologies.

• Support the design and development of microprocessor- and PLC-based control systems.
• Design and analyze AC/DC digital and analog circuits for reliable system performance.
• Create schematics and assist with PCB layout using AutoCAD Electrical, Solid Works, or similar tools.
• Participate in prototype assembly, bring-up, testing, and validation.
• Develop and modify embedded software in C for bare-metal microcontroller applications.
• Support PLC programming using ladder logic for industrial automation systems.
• Perform hardware validation, data collection, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
• Debug embedded systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
• Design and review electrical panels, layouts, wiring, and component placement.
• Apply power and safety standards to ensure compliant, safe system designs.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver integrated automation solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design, documentation, and testing processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC digital and analog circuits.
• Experience programming in C or similar languages.
• Familiarity with bare-metal microcontroller development.
• Hands-on debugging experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative engineering team.
• 2+ years of experience using AutoCAD Electrical or Solid Works for schematic design.
• Experience with electrical design, control systems, panel layouts, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of power and safety standards related to electrical and automation systems.

• Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, and Altium or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and other industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of PLC-based and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with hardware testing, validation, and data collection.
• Exposure to PCB manufacturability, EMC, and reliability considerations.
• Experience with version control systems and scripting tools.
• Ability to work effectively across hardware, embedded software, and control systems.

Join a growing family-owned company where you'll work alongside experienced engineers on innovative automation projects. This role offers hands-on exposure to electrical design, embedded systems, PLC controls, and PCB development in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, problem-solving, and professional growth.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Palatine, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Palatine, IL.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.