Autonomous Controls Project Engineer — On-Site

Storm Search; Illinois; On-site; Full time

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.