Autonomous Controls Project Engineer — On-Site

Storm Search

Illinois

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A growing industrial automation firm in Illinois is seeking a Controls Project Engineer to manage projects from concept to startup. This hands-on role requires experience in PLC and HMI programming, along with strong troubleshooting abilities across electrical and mechanical systems. The engineer will collaborate closely with customers and internal teams, ensuring project success from quotation through commissioning. Ideal candidates will possess a BSEE or related degree and be comfortable in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

  • Ability to independently manage projects from concept to startup.
  • Experience with PLC and HMI programming in a manufacturing or automation environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, controls, and mechanical interfaces.

Responsibilities

  • Manage industrial automation projects from quotation through commissioning.
  • Develop control system designs, schematics, and documentation.
  • Program PLCs, HMIs, motor drives, and servo systems.

Skills

Project management
PLC programming
HMI programming
Troubleshooting skills
Customer interaction

Education

BSEE or related engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD
AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

A growing industrial automation firm in Illinois is seeking a Controls Project Engineer to manage projects from concept to startup. This hands-on role requires experience in PLC and HMI programming, along with strong troubleshooting abilities across electrical and mechanical systems. The engineer will collaborate closely with customers and internal teams, ensuring project success from quotation through commissioning. Ideal candidates will possess a BSEE or related degree and be comfortable in a flexible work environment.
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