Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer

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Willowbrook, IL, USA
Hybrid
100K-120K Annually
Senior level
Logistics • Software • Consulting
The Role
Designs electrical schematics, control panels, PLC and HMI programs for conveying, robotics, and material handling systems. Responsibilities include proposal support, component procurement, panel builder coordination, installation support, on-site testing, commissioning, startup, operator training, post-launch support, and final documentation. Requires collaboration across the full project lifecycle and travel up to 50% while working in a hybrid Willowbrook office setting.
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Be Part of enVista’s Next Chapter

enVista is stronger than ever—focused, energized, and ready to lead the future of supply chain and enterprise consulting. As the premier provider of supply chain technology and strategy services, material handling automation and robotics, Microsoft solutions, and IT managed services, we bring more than 20 years of unmatched domain expertise to thousands of leading brands. We don’t just solve problems, we help our clients transform the way they work, grow, and compete.

enVista is growing, and we’re looking for a Senior Controls Engineer who wants to design, build, and commission innovative automation solutions across material handling, conveying, and robotics environments. This role spans the full project lifecycle—from concept and design through testing, commissioning, and customer handoff.
This is more than a Controls role. It’s a chance to be a technical leader and problem-solver at a company investing heavily in people, technology, and the future of automation.

Why enVista?

Our associates are at the forefront of commerce, supply chain, and technology—developing smart, sustainable solutions that improve profitability and positively impact the world. We support our people with comprehensive onboarding and training, award and recognition programs, volunteer and affinity groups, and a strong mentoring culture. We’re committed to growing top talent—and giving them the tools to thrive.

If you’re ready to step into a high-impact role with a company that’s growing, innovating, and leading the market, this is your moment.

Apply today and be part of enVista’s next chapter.

What You’ll Do:
  • Support sales during proposal development, concepts, and quoting
  • Design electrical schematics and panels for conveying and automation systems
  • Procure electrical components and coordinate logistics
  • Partner with panel builders to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
  • Develop PLC and HMI programs
  • Support electrical installers during field installation
  • Lead on-site testing, commissioning, and startup
  • Train operators and support systems post go-live
  • Deliver complete and accurate final documentation
What You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of relevant controls engineering experience
  • PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley required; Beckhoff or Siemens a plus)
  • HMI development experience (Allen-Bradley required; Beckhoff or Ignition a plus)
  • AutoCAD experience with electrical schematics and panel layouts
  • Experience in material handling environments (conveyors, robotics)
  • Barcode scanning systems experience (Cognex a plus)
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%
  • Individuals will work a hybrid schedule based in our Willowbrook office

What we offer:

  • Competitive Pay + Performance Bonuses– Your impact matters, and we make sure it shows in your paycheck
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage– Medical, Dental, and Vision and Prescription coverage, along with HSA/FSA options that work for you and your family
  • Time to recharge and give back– Flexible paid time off (PTO), holidays and unlimited volunteering days
  • Paid Sabbatical– After seven years of service, take a well-earned break to rest, recharge, or explore
  • Financial security & retirement– Employed matched 401k, planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Flexible Work Options– Balance life and work with hybrid and remote opportunities that support how you thrive
  • Employee Referral Bonus– Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing top talent into the enVista family

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At enVista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000 to $120,000.

Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • 4+ years of relevant controls engineering experience
  • Allen-Bradley PLC programming experience
  • Allen-Bradley HMI development experience
  • AutoCAD experience with electrical schematics and panel layouts
  • Experience in material handling environments, including conveyors and robotics
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%
  • Beckhoff or Siemens PLC programming experience
  • Beckhoff or Ignition HMI development experience
  • Cognex barcode scanning systems experience
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The Company
HQ: Carmel, IN
711 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

enVista is a global software and consulting services provider, optimizing and transforming physical and digital commerce for the world’s leading manufacturers, distributors and omnichannel retailers. enVista uniquely optimizes and transforms physical and digital commerce – optimizing supply chain efficiencies to drive cost savings, and unifying commerce to drive customer engagement and revenue. These comprehensive capabilities, combined with enVista’s market-leading Unified Commerce Platform, Enspire Commerce and the firm’s ability to consult, implement and operate across supply chain, transportation, IT, enterprise business solutions and omnichannel commerce, allows mid-market and Fortune 100/5000 companies to leverage enVista as a trusted advisor across their enterprises. Consulting and solutions delivery are in our DNA. Let’s have a conversation.™

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