Control System Engineer

Premier Group; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A growing industrial machinery manufacturer is seeking an experienced Control System Engineer for their team in Schaumburg, Illinois. The position focuses on developing and implementing control systems for complex automated equipment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and at least 2 years of experience with PLC and HMI programming, particularly with Allen Bradley platforms. The role includes project management, design, and remote technical support, offering a competitive salary and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming for automated machinery.
• Solid understanding of control system hardware including VFDs, sensors, and analog I/O.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and test PLCs and HMIs for custom automation equipment.
• Manage projects from initial design through testing and customer acceptance.
• Provide remote technical support to field technicians for deployed machines.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Programming in Structured Text

Collaborative project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, or Industrial Automation

Tools

Allen Bradley platforms

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Salary and Term

Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 per annum

Term: Direct Hire

Head of Engineering at PGR USA

A growing industrial machinery manufacturer is seeking an experienced Control System Engineer to join their team and work on the development and implementation of control systems for complex automated equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in PLC and HMI programming for automated machinery.
• Expertise with Allen Bradley platforms (Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench, FactoryTalk).
• Proficiency in programming PLCs using Structured Text, Ladder Logic, and Function Block Diagrams.
• Solid understanding of control system hardware including VFDs, relays, sensors, pneumatics, and analog I/O.
• Strong ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and electrical diagrams.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and knowledge of UL, NEC, and NFPA standards.

Duties

• Designing, programming, and testing PLCs and HMIs for custom automation equipment.
• Managing projects from initial design through testing and customer acceptance.
• Debugging code, troubleshooting issues, and supporting final system commissioning.
• Documenting software changes and system sequences of operation.
• Collaborating with engineering, shop, and service teams to ensure successful integration and support.
• Providing remote technical support to field technicians for deployed machines.

For more information about this Control System Engineering role, please apply, or contact Jack Smillie at [e-mail] who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks,

Additional Information

Senior level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Manufacturing and Engineering

Industries: Machinery Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

Benefits inferred: Medical insurance, 401(k)