Electrical Maintenance Engineer
aegis worldwideWest Dundee, IL
$85,000–$100,000/year
APPLYElectrical Maintenance Engineer
aegis worldwideWest Dundee, ILSenior L5
$85,000–$100,000/year
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial EquipmentIndustrial Machinery MechanicsElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and MaintenanceElectronic and Precision Equipment Repair and MaintenanceRelay and Industrial Control Manufacturing
APPLY NOWAbout the Role:
We’re looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to play a key role in supporting and improving electrical systems, automation, and manufacturing equipment within a growing industrial operation. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, working directly with production, and improving equipment reliability. New machinery is coming online soon, making this a critical role in supporting equipment installations, startup, troubleshooting, and long-term maintenance. A degree is not required — strong electrical maintenance technicians with the right experience are encouraged to apply.
Why Join?
- Key role with significant impact on a growing manufacturing operation
- Opportunity to support new equipment installations and startup projects
- Hands-on engineering/maintenance role with variety and ownership
- Strong backing from an established global organization
- Competitive compensation and benefits1st shift schedule with flexibility
What You’ll Do:
- Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, PLCs, sensors, motors, drives, HMIs, and industrial automation equipment
- Read and interpret electrical prints and schematics
- Support equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
- Partner with Maintenance and Production to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability
- Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
- Support PLC troubleshooting and modifications as needed
- Coordinate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and vendors on electrical and automation projects
- Support machine safety, electrical safety, controls, and safety circuits
- Help manage critical electrical spare parts and maintenance inventory
- Recommend equipment upgrades, replacements, and engineering improvements
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
- Ability to read electrical schematics and prints
- Comfortable working directly on the production floor and troubleshooting issues as they arise
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-onPLC troubleshooting experience is a plus
- Siemens experience and exposure to European/metric equipment standards is a plus
- Experience supporting new equipment installations is a plus2- or 4-year engineering degree is welcome, but not required
Location: West Dundee, IL
Schedule: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexible)
Salary: $85,000–$100,000/year, with flexibility up to $120,000 for the right candidate
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Level
Senior L5
Salary
$85,000–$100,000/year
Location
West Dundee, IL
Occupation
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Industry
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
Posted
9 days ago