Controls Engineer

Coilcraft, Inc.; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Disability Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off

Profit Sharing

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Coilcraft, Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join our custom machine design and build department in Cary, Illinois. This role involves developing and optimizing PLCs for efficient machine operation and designing control systems for high-performance automated machinery.

The ideal candidate requires a Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electronics and at least 2 years of experience with PLC programming. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of prior experience in programming PLCs.
• CAD experience for schematic documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize Programmable Logical Controls (PLCs) to enhance machine efficiency.
• Design control systems for high-performance automated machinery.
• Collaborate with various systems, including PLCs and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).

Skills

Programming PLCs

Microsoft Office

CAD

Vision Systems

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electronics

Job description

Coilcraft, Inc., a well‑established global organization founded in 1945, specializes in the production of magnetic components, including high‑performance RF chip inductors, power magnetics, and filters. Our headquarters are located in Cary, Illinois. We are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join our custom machine design and build department.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize Programmable Logical Controls (PLCs) to enhance machine efficiency by reducing cycle times, increasing uptime, and minimizing operator intervention.
• Design control systems for high-performance automated machinery, which involves researching and selecting new components, creating panel layouts and schematics, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with various systems, including PLCs, servo systems, stepper systems, Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMIs), power supplies, motion controllers, and communication loops.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electronics.
• At least 2 years of prior experience in programming PLCs.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documentation.
• CAD experience for schematic documentation.
• Experience with vision systems is a valuable asset.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

Company Benefits

• 401(k) Matching
• Disability Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time‑Off
• Profit Sharing
• Vision Insurance

Coilcraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

This position may require compliance with ITAR regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.