Controls Engineer

• Develop PLC/HMI applications to meet specifications.

• Plans, evaluates, organizes and implements automation related projects and initiatives.

• Develop electrical schematics and layouts.

• Develop Electrical Bill of Materials.

• Reviews design efforts from production team to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Troubleshoot issues with existing installations.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade legacy code.

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of existing & new equipment.

• Internal subject matter expert in control systems PLC, HMI, VFD, Motion Control, system integration & electromechanical devices.

• Develop, duplicate, and modify PLC new and existing PLC programs for our own propriety process control systems.

• Travel to customer sites for equipment commissioning & troubleshooting support (50%).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Glendale Heights, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

-Health coverage including BCBS Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.-401k Retirement plan w/company match.-Earned vacation time and 10 paid holidays.-Annual performance review.-Profit sharing.-Reimbursement for qualified training.-Teammate appreciation events.-Referral pay for referring a friend or colleague.-Teammate assistance programs.-Positive work-life balance to maintain mental health.-Easily accessible and modern facility.-Stability of industry-leading company in business over 40 years.-Equal opportunity employer; recent graduates and veterans encouraged.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glendale Heights,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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