2nd Shift Controls Engineer – Manufacturing Automation

Venteon

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

23 hours ago
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Job summary

Venteon in Chicago, IL is seeking a 2nd Shift Controls Engineer to join our engineering team. The role focuses on maintaining PLC-based control systems, mentoring trades, and leading electrical projects in a fast-paced automotive supplier environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s in electrical/controls/automation and hands-on PLC/CNC experience with Siemens/Allen-Bradley, ABB and FANUC robotics. Strong problem solving and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical, mechanical, controls or automation engineering; Master's a plus.
  • Electrical background (electrician or technician) preferred.
  • Experience with Vision System.
  • Working knowledge of PLC/CNC (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), ABB and FANUC Robots.
  • Lean Manufacturing experience.
  • Excellent hands-on electrical/mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience with electrical/controls circuitry and schematics.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

  • Train, coach, and mentor the electrical controls process for manufacturing skilled trades.
  • Coordinate resources to find root cause and implement fixes.
  • Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
  • Guide designs, develop and test electrical control methods, materials, processes, and results.
  • Lead projects and assist skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
  • Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

PLC/CNC control systems
Vision System
Electrical troubleshooting
Lean manufacturing
English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/controls/automation engineering
Master's degree preferred
Equivalent years of experience

Tools

Siemens PLC
Allen-Bradley PLC
ABB Robotics
FANUC Robotics
Vision System

Job description

Venteon in Chicago, IL is seeking a 2nd Shift Controls Engineer to join our engineering team. The role focuses on maintaining PLC-based control systems, mentoring trades, and leading electrical projects in a fast-paced automotive supplier environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s in electrical/controls/automation and hands-on PLC/CNC experience with Siemens/Allen-Bradley, ABB and FANUC robotics. Strong problem solving and English communication are essential.

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