Job Description
Design electrical controls and associated software with PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and other hardware/software aspects of the company's Standard products and Custom Automation products. This role involves hands-on design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical controls and programming for custom and standard plastic assembly products to meet specifications, schedules, and cost requirements.
ResponsibilitiesDesign electrical controls and associated software with PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers, and other hardware/software aspects.Hands-on design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical controls and programming for custom and standard plastic assembly products.Produce conceptual custom systems design and quotes as required.Perform final system run-offs to verify proper functionality.Perform customer site installation, service, and customer support when needed.Maintain documentation necessary for product manufacturing that conforms to industry standards and TQM practices.Essential SkillsExperience with controls engineering and PLC programming.Hands-on skills in electrical design and PC programming.BSEE or BSEET strongly desired.3-10 years of experience in the field.Good organizational and communication skills.Good mechanical aptitude.Understanding and applying machine safety standards.Performing machine risk assessments.Additional Skills & QualificationsWorking knowledge of B&R Automation is a plus.Experience with other PLC/HMI/Motion Controls is highly desirable.Working knowledge of Industrial Ethernet protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, PowerLink, EtherCAT, CC-Link, Modbus) is highly desirable.Familiarity with electronic test instrumentation.HMI or PC programming experience.Motion control experience.AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus.Work Environment
The company has 120 employees and a very family-driven culture. Travel is minimal, almost 0% during the first year due to training, and no more than 10% on average thereafter. The work environment supports a balance between new learning opportunities and long-term career stability.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00
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 Saint Charles,IL.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 21, 2024.
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.
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