Electrical Engineer

Actalent • Machesney Park, IL • 1d ago

Job Description: Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing control interfaces based on customer-provided machine control electrical schematics and contributing to PLC/HMI software development and testing. The position is focused on troubleshooting and updating existing code, with occasional development of new programs.

Responsibilities

Design control interfaces based on customer-provided electrical schematics.

Develop and test PLC/HMI software.

Troubleshoot and update existing programs.

Program Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

Collaborate closely with electricians and panel builders to provide assistance during assembly.

Serve as the point of contact for outside electrical contractors.

Work with purchasing to source electrical components.

Follow instructions and adhere to established procedures.

Conduct quality control testing of electrical control panels and conveyor systems.

Responsible for panel layout and schematic drawings.

Update and develop standardized prints.

Perform electrical design using AutoCAD.

Essential Skills

Electrical design and PLC programming.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering is highly preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Proficiency in AutoCAD drafting, including schematics and panel/enclosure layout.

Working knowledge of NFPA 70 and 79, OSHA 29CFR part 1910.

PLC/HMI development skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with ladder logic and text-based programming.

Basic familiarity with Arduino is a plus.

Proficiency in C or C++ is a bonus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

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 Machesney Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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