Robotics and Motion Control Systems Engineer

Torrey Holistics; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Design is seeking a Robotics and Motion Control Systems Engineer to design and commission advanced control systems for manufacturing cells. You will program PLCs, develop HMIs, and integrate robots with safety systems to meet demanding performance requirements.

You will collaborate across mechanical, electrical, robot programming, and software groups, debug during build/startup, and document fixes and lessons learned while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years leading controls engineering initiatives focused on automation and robotics.
• Hands-on with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots (Rockwell/Siemens; FANUC/ABB/Yaskawa).
• Deep knowledge of motion systems, VFDs, and servo drives.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and networked control systems (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet).
• Familiar with safety controllers or safety PLCs; knowledge of ANSI, NFPA, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Engineer advanced control systems for manufacturing cells including PLC programming and motion control.
• Integrate robots and safety systems into custom solutions and validate performance against requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robot programming, and software groups for seamless operation.
• Debug hardware and software during build, install, and startup; document fixes and lessons learned.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards and contribute to risk assessments.
• Produce thorough documentation—redlined schematics, layout drawings, and user manuals.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Motion control

Robotics integration

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

FANUC/ABB/Yaskawa robots

Job description

Robotics and Motion Control Systems Engineer

Do you love crafting robust PLC logic, building intuitive HMI screens, and bringing coordinated motion and robots online? Can you shift seamlessly from design to commissioning, and from a whiteboard session to the plant floor? If so, Matrix Design wants to meet you.

Our mission and mindset

We solve complex automation integration challenges by putting the Right Person in the Right Seat. We're committed to Developing Great People, Building a Great Company, and Delivering Great Results. You'll thrive here if these values resonate:

• We Can Do That!
• We Do It Right!
• We Do What We Say
• We Do It Better Next Time!
• We Do It Together!
• We Do It for a Greater Purpose

Role snapshot

• Engineer advanced control systems for manufacturing cells: PLC programming, HMI development, and motion control.
• Integrate robots and safety systems into custom solutions and validate performance against requirements.
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with mechanical, electrical, robot programming, and software groups to ensure seamless operation.
• Debug hardware and software during build, install, and startup; document fixes and lessons learned.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards and contribute to risk assessments.
• Produce thorough documentation—redlined schematics, layout drawings, and user manuals—and support project planning and estimating.

You might be a fit if you're

• Humble: collaborative and appreciative of others' contributions.
• Hungry: proactive, diligent, and eager to take on more.
• Smart: emotionally intelligent, situationally aware, and practical.

Experience that helps you succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years leading controls engineering initiatives focused on automation and robotics.
• Hands-on with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots (e.g., Allen-BRADLEY/Siemens; FANUC/ABB/Yaskawa).
• Deep knowledge of motion systems, VFDs, and servo drives.
• Comfortable reading and contributing to electrical schematics.
• Familiar with Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and ProfiNet networks.
• Experience programming safety controllers or safety PLCs; knowledge of ANSI, NFPA, and ISO standards.
• Proven troubleshooting skills for industrial electrical control systems.
• Nice to have: Professional Engineer license or vendor certifications (Rockwell, Siemens).

Travel and compensation

• Travel up to 40% for onsite build, commissioning, and customer support.
• The posted salary range represents an estimate for this role. The final offer will be determined based on several factors, including the candidate's specific skills, professional experience, and relevant certifications.