Controls Logic Engineer – CNC & PLC Systems

Accelera; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem travel

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Controls Logic Engineer to own design, programming, and support for CNC and PLC-driven systems in large-scale machinery. You will work hands-on with Siemens, Beckhoff, and Fanuc platforms from concept to commissioning, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver high-performance automation worldwide.

The role is based in Rockford, IL, with 2–3 years of automation experience preferred and travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven PLC programming proficiency on Fanuc, Siemens, or Beckhoff platforms.
• Solid maths background including geometry and vectors.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with HMI integration and interface development.
• Understanding of the product development lifecycle from design to support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• 2–3 years of automation or controls engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel for onsite commissioning and support.

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and troubleshoot PLC/CNC control software.
• Update software across Siemens, Beckhoff, and Fanuc environments.
• Align control logic with motion systems, sensors, and actuators.
• Run validation tests and simulations to optimize efficiency.
• Produce technical documentation including user guides.
• Assist installation and commissioning at client sites.
• Identify and fix software or hardware malfunctions in field/lab.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver control solutions.
• Maintain safe, high-quality operating environments.
• Participate in process improvements to boost outcomes.
• Help meet project milestones and delivery schedules.

Skills

PLC programming

Mathematics

Electrical schematics

HMI integration

Product lifecycle

Analytical skills

Travel willingness

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Beckhoff

SQL

KUKA/ABB robotics

Job description

Controls Logic Engineer – CNC & PLC Systems

Role Overview

As a Controls Logic Engineer, you will take ownership of the design, programming, and ongoing support for CNC and PLC-driven control systems utilized in large-scale machinery. Your daily work will involve hands-on engagement with Siemens, Beckhoff, and Fanuc platforms, guiding control logic from initial conceptualization to final commissioning. This position encompasses system integration, rigorous debugging, and field-based support, providing you with deep exposure to intricate automation and advanced manufacturing landscapes. You will partner closely with engineering teams to deliver high-performance, custom-engineered solutions for clients worldwide.

Employment Status

Full-Time

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Core Duties

• Create, refine, and troubleshoot control software for PLC and CNC-based machinery.
• Manage and update software across diverse control environments, specifically Siemens, Beckhoff, and Fanuc.
• Synchronize control logic with motion systems, electrical components, sensors, and actuators.
• Execute validation testing and simulations to help maximize overall system efficiency.
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including user guides and interface specifications.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning process to ensure successful system deployment at client locations.
• Identify and rectify software or hardware malfunctions in both field and lab settings.
• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering groups to foster the delivery of superior control solutions.
• Help maintain a safe, high-quality, and high-performance operating environment for all systems.
• Participate in ongoing process improvements to boost engineering and production outcomes.
• Help meet critical project milestones and delivery schedules within a demanding manufacturing setting.

Essential Qualifications

• Proven proficiency in PLC programming using platforms like Fanuc, Siemens, or Beckhoff.
• Solid mathematical background, including 3D geometry, vectors, and transformations.
• Competency in interpreting and utilizing electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated history of HMI integration and development.
• Comprehensive understanding of the product development lifecycle, from initial design to post-sale support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address technical challenges.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of professional experience in automation or controls engineering.
• Flexibility to travel as needed for onsite commissioning and technical support.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with SQL and database management systems.
• Familiarity with KUKA or ABB robotic platforms.
• Exposure to Industry 4.0 and IIoT technologies.
• Knowledge regarding precision measurement tools and laser scanners.
• Familiarity with risk assessments and safety standards like SIL.
• Experience with multi-threaded software development.
• Proficiency or exposure to languages such as Python, C, C++, or C#.
• Experience with composite systems, additive manufacturing, or large-scale machine tools.
• Familiarity with heavy industrial, defense, or aerospace manufacturing protocols.
• Ability to resolve complex electromechanical issues under strict deadlines.

Compensation and Location

• Based in Rockford, IL
• Annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $103,000, plus a $200 daily per diem during travel periods.
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• Troubleshooting Skills
• PLC Programming Experience
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Siemens, Beckoff)