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Electrical Control Engineer in Rockford

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionResponsible for the design, development, and testing of electrical control systems for sheet metal fabrication machinery. This role ensures the full-function operation of equipment by managing electrical schematics and software updates for our software platform.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS· Draw/design electrical schematics.· Responsible for software updates on our machine’s controls.· Assist and support the Service Department with software problems.· Update and write documentation related to the electrical and software side of our machines.· Help with the drafting of our machine’s manuals.· Development of little software/electrical projects.· Project Development: Lead small-scale electrical and software development projects to enhance machine functionality or improve manufacturing efficiency.· Electrical Design & Schematics: Create, develop, and update detailed electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for new and existing machinery.· Engineering Change Notices (ECN): Manage the ECN process for electrical components and software, documenting all modifications and ensuring version control across machine lines.· Software Management: Oversee software updates for machine controls, ensuring the CNC system operates with the latest feature.· Technical Service Support: Assist the Service Department in diagnosing and resolving complex software and electrical issues.· Documentation & Manuals: Author and maintain technical documentation related to electrical specifications and software guides; contribute to the drafting and updating of machine operation manuals.
REQUIRED· Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Control Engineering or Mechatronics Program· Experience/Skills: Highly detailed and organized
WE OFFER· Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and more!
For additional details, please call Melissa @ 815-997-1442 or email @ melissa.saunders@furstpros.com

Electrical Control Engineer in Rockford

Rockford, IL
Full time

Published on 07/30/2026

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