Job Title: Controls Engineer

Entry Level & Mid Level Controls Engineer openings available!

Entry Level Pay: 70-75K- must have internship or some sort of experience

Responsibilities

Program and debug structured text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms.Develop organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code for machinery control.Create robust programs and sequences for processes such as material pick and place, dispense, fastening, welding, testing, and material transport.Use Python scripting and SQL for interfacing equipment with manufacturing execution systems and data collection.Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces and SCADA dashboards.Set up and tune servo drives and VFDs for optimized operation.Design and implement safety systems for safeguarding high-volume manufacturing equipment.Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, and pneumatic and fluid plumbing.Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and manage suppliers during specification, design, buyoff, and installation of automated manufacturing equipment.

Essential Skills

Strong PLC programming Experience with experience in developing code.HMI programming expertise.OEM or System integration Experience.4+ years of experience in automation.Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Siemens programming, Fanuc robotics, and vision systems (Halcon).Knowledge of industrial networking protocols such as Profinet and EtherCAT.Familiarity with AUTOCAD Electrical design.Experience with controls hardware including sensors, remote IO, servos, VFDs, machine vision, and barcode readers.

Work Environment

The position is based at a site that builds custom equipment for manufacturing. The team includes approximately 15 Controls Engineers, along with Electrical design/drafting and Mechanical Engineering staff. The role requires regular floor troubleshooting and future travel (30-40%) to other sites for installation and commissioning.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elgin, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Full Time benefits, 401k, profit sharing, and yearly bonus

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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