Control Engineer

Control Engineer

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled and motivated Control Engineer to join our engineering department. Working under the direction of the Engineering Supervisor, you will resolve technical issues related to electrical systems, wiring, communication, networking, and controls. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting on-site machine installations, maintenance operations, and customer troubleshooting, while providing expert guidance on electrical and control systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual contributor with strong logic programming and troubleshooting skills to contribute to our team's success.

Electrical & Control Systems Engineering

• Perform a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design (CAD), programmable logic controllers (PLC), or engineering software and equipment.
• Apply logic programming skills in Rockwell PLC (Studio 5000) or Fanuc PMC (Fanuc Ladder III).
• Design functional electrical systems through component development and testing.
• Perform precise electrical wiring work inside control panels.

Troubleshooting & Field Support

• Support on-site machine installations, maintenance operations, and customer troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve unforeseen product design, circuit, or implementation issues.
• Interpret and work directly from electrical circuit diagrams and blueprints.

Project Coordination & Administration

• Collaborate and confer with customers, engineers, and team members to discuss existing or potential projects.
• Prepare electrical system specifications, technical drawings, and documentation to ensure compliance with standards, codes, and customer requirements.
• Direct or coordinate installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and testing activities.
• Write technical reports, compile data for projects, and maintain detailed databases and component catalogs.

Working Hours / Working Style

Working hours are flexible, with a core period of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Working Location

Itasca, IL Wixom, Michigan

Salary / Benefit

$90-100K Comprehensive Medical (PPO/HMO options), Dental, and Vision coverage Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Up to $3,400) and Clever Rx Discount Card Short-Term and Long-Term Disability plans (100% employer-paid) Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid, up to $150,000) with Voluntary Life options Voluntary Group Accident and Critical Illness Policies Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and 24/7 Free Telemedicine (HealthiestYou by Teladoc)

Qualifications

Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant electrical or controls engineering experience, preferably in a field service environment. Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience (High school diploma required). Technical Skills: Proficiency in Ladder programming (specifically Fanuc Ladder III and Rockwell Studio 5000), a strong understanding of PLCs and Fanuc systems, intermediate knowledge of electrical wiring/control panel assembly, and the ability to read blueprints and electrical diagrams.