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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Electrical Controls Engineer

Pay: $100,000–$125,000/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Roseville, IL (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.

$101,383 / year median in Illinois

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Title:

Electrical Controls Engineer Location:

Roselle, IL (Flexible Hybrid Schedule)

Salary:

$100,000-$125,000 per year

Hire Type:

Direct HireComprehensive Benefits Package Key Responsibilities:

Assist and oversee the manufacturing of control panelsDesign & create electrical schematics for UL and CE listed industrial control panels using SolidWorks electrical design softwareTesting PLC and OIT programsCreate new electrical parts and numbers and descriptions in ERP systemTroubleshooting of machinery operations and control circuitsCreate PLC and HMI programs using Rockwell software - Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, FactoryTalk View, RSView, RSLogix 500Modify program/system logic involving multiple systems subsystems Electrical project management work directly with project PM or with customers

Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experienceMust have 3+ years of experience in industrial controls and systems integration with a strong focus on software design and programmingMust have electrical design software experience (SolidWorks Electrical or other) Must have experience with Rockwell platforms and PLC programmingNetworking experience like Ethernet/IP, ControlNet or DeviceNetMust be able to do occasional client site travelQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity