Electrical Controls Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois electrical controls engineer jobs are concentrated in the Chicago metro, Rockford, and Peoria manufacturing corridors, where companies like Caterpillar, Rockwell Collins, and Siemens operate large facilities. Manufacturers, automation integrators, and food processing firms regularly sponsor H-1B visa and TN visas for engineers with PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation expertise.
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PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems is looking for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team in our Elk Grove Village office!
PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems has been an industry leader in the packaging industry for over twenty years. We provide high end, custom machinery to a diverse, international clientele including many Fortune 500 companies. We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding company with great growth opportunity within our own staff. We take great pride in doing our manufacturing capabilities and we do all our assembly in-house.
Our Engineers manage a wide range of responsibilities—from project management, to design, to manufacturing oversight. This makes PMI Kyoto an ideal learning environment for anyone wishing to become a complete, well-rounded engineer in the automation industry or those looking to expand their experience level in a more senior-level Electrical Controls Engineering role.
Responsibilities:
- Select components and layout electrical control panels
- Select sensors and pneumatic control components
- Understand the UL508A and NEC for control system design
- Write, modify, and debug PLCs, HMIs and Kinetix servo motion control programs
- Create electrical schematics, bill of material based on, but not limited to, the instructions given
- Be proficient in every control aspect from budgeting time, cost control, choosing quality and reliable product
- Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department
- Read and interpret customer specifications
- Modify and create machine electrical schematics
- Possess good logical code writing, debugging and troubleshooting skills
- Work closely and collaborate work with Mechanical Engineering members
- Work closely under management directions but not limited to achieve own decisions in making process more efficient, within budget and on time
- Communicate over phone with customers to assist in troubleshooting installed systems
- Travel to customer sites for system installation, modifications, and all aftermarket electrical controls needs
- Train and work closely with entry level Electrical Controls Engineers
REQUIREMENTS
- More than 5 years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s, AutoCAD
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
- Experienced with electrical/controls aspect of machine design, has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
- Literate using AutoCAD for all electrical design purposes
- Familiar with selection and use of commercial products like photo sensors, pneumatics, vision systems, hot melt systems, etc.
- Proficient in PLC code and motion controls
- Understanding of—or ability to learn—industrial writing concepts
- Understanding of machine timing concepts
- Experience electrical schematic software (AutoCad light, SolidWorks Electrical is a plus)
- Exposure to and interest in PLC and HMI programming, multi-axes coordinated motion control
- Good electro-mechanical skills and understanding
- Interest in hands-on machine work with sensor and actuator adjustments
- Strong organizational and communicational skills
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Casual Dress Code
SCHEDULE:
- Monday to Friday
PMI Kyoto Packing Systems has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact a member of our Human Resources Department.
Recruiters – please do not reach out.
INTRODUCTION
PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems is looking for an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to join our team in our Elk Grove Village office!
PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems has been an industry leader in the packaging industry for over twenty years. We provide high end, custom machinery to a diverse, international clientele including many Fortune 500 companies. We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding company with great growth opportunity within our own staff. We take great pride in doing our manufacturing capabilities and we do all our assembly in-house.
Our Engineers manage a wide range of responsibilities—from project management, to design, to manufacturing oversight. This makes PMI Kyoto an ideal learning environment for anyone wishing to become a complete, well-rounded engineer in the automation industry or those looking to expand their experience level in a more senior-level Electrical Controls Engineering role.
Responsibilities:
- Select components and layout electrical control panels
- Select sensors and pneumatic control components
- Understand the UL508A and NEC for control system design
- Write, modify, and debug PLCs, HMIs and Kinetix servo motion control programs
- Create electrical schematics, bill of material based on, but not limited to, the instructions given
- Be proficient in every control aspect from budgeting time, cost control, choosing quality and reliable product
- Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department
- Read and interpret customer specifications
- Modify and create machine electrical schematics
- Possess good logical code writing, debugging and troubleshooting skills
- Work closely and collaborate work with Mechanical Engineering members
- Work closely under management directions but not limited to achieve own decisions in making process more efficient, within budget and on time
- Communicate over phone with customers to assist in troubleshooting installed systems
- Travel to customer sites for system installation, modifications, and all aftermarket electrical controls needs
- Train and work closely with entry level Electrical Controls Engineers
REQUIREMENTS
- More than 5 years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s, AutoCAD
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology
- Experienced with electrical/controls aspect of machine design, has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
- Literate using AutoCAD for all electrical design purposes
- Familiar with selection and use of commercial products like photo sensors, pneumatics, vision systems, hot melt systems, etc.
- Proficient in PLC code and motion controls
- Understanding of—or ability to learn—industrial writing concepts
- Understanding of machine timing concepts
- Experience electrical schematic software (AutoCad light, SolidWorks Electrical is a plus)
- Exposure to and interest in PLC and HMI programming, multi-axes coordinated motion control
- Good electro-mechanical skills and understanding
- Interest in hands-on machine work with sensor and actuator adjustments
- Strong organizational and communicational skills
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Casual Dress Code
SCHEDULE:
- Monday to Friday
PMI Kyoto Packing Systems has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact a member of our Human Resources Department.
Recruiters – please do not reach out.
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Which companies sponsor visas for electrical controls engineers in Illinois?
Illinois manufacturers and automation companies with documented H-1B sponsorship histories include Caterpillar in Peoria, Siemens in Buffalo Grove, Navistar in Lisle, and Abbott Laboratories in Lake County. Rockford-area precision manufacturers and Chicago-based engineering consultancies also regularly file petitions for controls engineers with PLC, SCADA, and industrial network experience. Sponsorship activity is heaviest among companies running large capital equipment programs.
Which visa types are most common for electrical controls engineer roles in Illinois?
The H-1B is the most common visa for electrical controls engineers in Illinois, requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field and a qualifying specialty occupation determination. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the USMCA engineer category, which allows faster processing without a lottery. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which follows a similar specialty occupation standard to the H-1B.
Which cities in Illinois have the most electrical controls engineer sponsorship jobs?
The Chicago metro, including suburbs like Schaumburg, Downers Grove, and Elgin, accounts for the majority of electrical controls engineer sponsorship postings in Illinois due to its density of manufacturing headquarters and automation integrators. Peoria is significant for heavy equipment manufacturing, primarily through Caterpillar's global operations. Rockford has a strong precision manufacturing base, and the Quad Cities region along the Iowa border also generates consistent demand.
How to find electrical controls engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship eligibility, making it possible to search electrical controls engineer roles in Illinois without sorting through positions that don't support international candidates. The platform aggregates openings from manufacturers, automation firms, and engineering companies across the Chicago metro, Peoria, and Rockford. Filtering by role and state on Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively willing to file petitions for qualified controls engineers.
Are there state-specific factors electrical controls engineers should know about Illinois sponsorship jobs?
Illinois employers sponsoring H-1B workers must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and location, as determined by the Department of Labor. Controls engineer roles in the Chicago metro typically carry higher prevailing wage benchmarks than downstate positions due to regional wage differences. Illinois also has several engineering programs at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Illinois Institute of Technology that feed local employers, meaning some companies have established international hiring pipelines already in place.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical controls engineer jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.