Controls Engineer

Job Description: Controls Engineer

As a Controls Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing electrical control systems for both new and existing manufacturing equipment. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed documentation, programming various control equipment, and ensuring systems are user-friendly and safe.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation such as circuit diagrams, parts specifications, BOMs, manuals, and risk assessments.

• Program PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, and related control equipment.

• Assemble and test prototype machinery and assist with production equipment wiring.

• Program, integrate, and debug high-speed vision systems.

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues for assembly and production teams.

• Support equipment startup, testing, and validation to ensure safety, functionality, and reliability.

• Develop user-friendly and safe control system designs for plant equipment.

• Maintain engineering documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

• 5 years or more of experience designing or implementing complex electrical systems for industrial or commercial applications.

• Coursework in analog and digital circuit design, control systems, and power analysis.

• Experience with SolidWorks and Microsoft Office.

• Hands-on wiring and assembly skills.

• Strong communication skills with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of small microprocessor systems and control architecture.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in PLC programming, automation, and controls engineering.

• Experience with AutoCAD and Rockwell software.

Work Environment

The role involves working with advanced manufacturing technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on assembly, testing of equipment, and cross-functional team collaboration to drive continuous improvement in control system designs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Gurnee, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

• Monday-Friday work schedule, weekends as needed - Strong manufacturing culture built on teamwork and innovation - Achievements are recognized and celebrated - Salary range: $95,000 - $110,000 - Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1: medical, dental, vision, life insurance - 401k with company match - Paid time off and paid holidays starting on your first day - Career growth opportunities - we promote from within

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gurnee,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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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