Controls Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Rolling Meadows, IL (Job ID US3530277_BH9715060)

Description

Controls Engineer | Rolling Meadows, IL
Full-time | Direct Hire

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our client's team. This role focuses on designing, programming, and upgrading automated equipment hardware and software to retrofit legacy systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Develop and optimize control system retrofits to enhance performance.
• Program control systems for cam, servo, air-operated stations, test, and electrical devices.
• Ensure electrical designs are functional, cost-effective, and compliant with company and regulatory standards.
• Research and specify appropriate components for system upgrades.
• Create and update wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, and BOMs.
• Participate in design reviews, installations, and service calls as needed.
• Estimate engineering hours required for machine retrofits and upgrades.
• Provide technical guidance on wiring, coding, and software validation.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• Debug software issues and document updates accordingly.
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and electricians.
• Manage workload efficiently, meeting project schedules and budgets.

TRAVEL: Approximately 50%

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of experience in automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, servo controls, and electrical design.
• Experience with Eplan, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with inspection tools like calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and dB meters.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

CLIENT OFFERINGS

• Base pay ($95,000 – $115,000) + incentive bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k and match
• PTO and holidays

 
Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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