Senior Controls Engineer

Applied Manufacturing Technologies; Orion (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Manufacturing Technologies is seeking a talented Controls Engineer with expertise in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms. You will develop and implement software for automation systems, lead projects from concept to completion, and confidently commission devices in the field.

The role emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and hands-on project execution, with travel up to 65% for senior staff and opportunities to guide junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Mid to Senior level (5+ years preferred).
• Proficiency with both Allen Bradley and Siemens control systems is required.
• Project leadership: Proven experience in managing and executing control system projects from start to finish.
• Commissioning: Ability to commission new devices and systems confidently.

Responsibilities

• PLC Programming: Develop and implement software for automation systems using Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Project Ownership: Lead projects from concept to completion, including writing software, commissioning devices, and ensuring system operation.
• Commissioning: Confidently commission devices and ensure field operations.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel approximately 30% to 65% of the time; mentoring reduces travel.
• Mentorship & Teamwork: Collaborate with the team, train and mentor junior engineers.

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

We seek a talented and experienced Controls Engineer with expertise in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms to join our team. If you are passionate about automation, project execution, and mentorship, this might be your perfect opportunity!

Key Responsibilities

• PLC Programming: Develop and implement software for automation systems using both Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms. This is a must-have skill for the role.
• Project Ownership: Lead projects from concept to completion ("cradle to grave"), including writing software, commissioning devices, and ensuring successful system operation.
• Commissioning: Confidently commission devices "out of the box" and ensure everything operates as expected in the field.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel approximately 30% to 65% of the time. Senior-level engineers with strong mentorship capabilities will have reduced travel requirements as they help guide and support junior team members.
• Mentorship & Teamwork: Collaborate with the team, provide training and mentorship to less experienced engineers, and foster a supportive and learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience Level: Mid to Senior level (5+ years preferred).
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with both Allen Bradley and Siemens control systems is required.
• Project Leadership: Proven experience in managing and executing control system projects from start to finish.
• Commissioning Experience: Ability to commission new devices and systems confidently.

Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Haves)

• Robot Programming: Experience with or a desire to learn robot programming.
• Hardware Design: Experience with hardware design is a plus.
• Higher-Level Programming: Familiarity with higher-level programming languages such as C, Python, or CodeSys.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: Contribute to interesting, high-impact projects while enhancing your skill set.
• Collaborative Team: Work with a supportive and innovative team that values training and professional development.
• Balanced Travel: Travel less as you grow in your role and mentor the next generation of engineers.

If you are a skilled controls engineer with a passion for automation, project execution, and mentorship, we would love to hear from you!

Relocation not available for this position.

Visa sponsorship not available to this position