Controls Engineer
$106,142–$106,142 year
On-site · Markham, Illinois, United States
Markham, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$106,142–$106,142 yearSenior LevelBachelors DegreeUnknown
Type
Full Time
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown
Job Summary
Controls/Automation Engineer role focusing on designing, developing, and implementing automation control systems for industrial processes and warehouse equipment, with emphasis on PLC-based control, ladder logic, and SCADA/HMI integration; lead site automation initiatives, oversee documentation and change management, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize material handling systems and drive continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, OR 3+ years equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of PLC-controlled automation experience, including Ladder Logic and structured programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Codesys) and issue diagnosis in production environments
- 2+ years with robotics work cells, control systems, electrical theory, controls components, and automated equipment
- Leadership experience in directing, training, and mentoring automation engineers
- Proficiency in CMMS use, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance with multiple stakeholders
- Strong communication skills, policy interpretation, and continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and build scalable automation solutions
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