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Electrical Control System Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Electrical System Engineer to join its team within the Electrical Engineering and Power Systems Division. Mission RINA is a leading engineering and consulting ...

RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Electrical System Engineer to join its team within the Electrical Engineering and Power Systems Division. Mission RINA is a leading engineering and consulting ...

Controls Engineer

Merrillville, IN · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

This includes the electrical control design, programming, commissioning, panel build supervision and field commissioning. As a fast-growing systems integrator, there is plenty of opportunity for ...

Controls Engineer

Merrillville, IN · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

This includes the electrical control design, programming, commissioning, panel build supervision and field commissioning. As a fast-growing systems integrator, there is plenty of opportunity for ...

Controls Engineer

Merrillville, IN

$82K - $106K/yr

This includes the electrical control design, programming, commissioning, panel build supervision and field commissioning. As a fast-growing systems integrator, there is plenty of opportunity for ...

Design, develop, and maintain electrical systems, control panels, and power distribution systems ... Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to improve equipment performance ...

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Electrical Engineer

Saint Charles, IL · On-site

$75K - $114K/yr

Electrical Engineer Opportunity - Custom Industrial Equipment | St. Charles, IL A growing custom ... Design complete electrical control systems for custom industrial equipment. * Create electrical ...

Located in Carol Stream, IL the Electrical Engineer designs, programs, tests, and supports electrical control systems for industrial automation equipment. This role creates electrical schematics ...

Troubleshoot and debug electrical control systems during development, installation, and ... Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen‑Bradley, Siemens) * Experience with industrial ...

Control Systems Engineer - PLC

Elwood, IL · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Respond to and triage control-system incidents; diagnose faults across PLC logic, HMIs, sensors ... Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, automation engineering, mechatronics, controls ...

Act as first level escalation support for the control system technician teams. Appropriately ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field * 4+ years of experience in the ...

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Electrical Control System Engineer information

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$96.8K

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How much do electrical control system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical control system engineer in Chicago, IL is $96,793.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,400.00 and $110,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Electrical Control System Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,793 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Controls Engineer

Downers Grove, IL

$83K - $107K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

We are seeking a talented Controls Engineer to design, program, and support custom automation systems for a variety of industrial applications. This role will be responsible for developing PLC and HMI software, integrating controls hardware, and supporting system startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Key responsibilities include designing electrical control systems, programming PLCs and HMIs, configuring servo drives and motion control systems, and collaborating with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and customers throughout the project lifecycle. The Controls Engineer will also provide onsite startup support, testing, and technical assistance to ensure successful system performance.

Qualified candidates should have experience with PLC programming platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar, along with HMI development, industrial networking, and troubleshooting automated equipment. Experience with servo systems, robotics, and custom machine automation is highly preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative, custom automation projects in a collaborative engineering environment.


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.