Senior Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI & Motion

Cognify Global; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and implement automation control systems for advanced machinery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in developing PLC and HMI solutions. This role involves collaboration with mechanical engineering, hands-on troubleshooting, and project coordination. Competitive salary and full-time employment in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience developing PLC and HMI solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Experience with motion control and servo systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and document electrical control systems.
• Develop, test, and optimize PLC and HMI applications.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical engineering.

Skills

PLC and HMI development

Electrical control system design

Project coordination

Motion control systems

Electrical schematics

Rockwell Automation platforms

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

A leading automation company is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and implement automation control systems for advanced machinery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in developing PLC and HMI solutions. This role involves collaboration with mechanical engineering, hands-on troubleshooting, and project coordination. Competitive salary and full-time employment in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.