Sr. Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Controls Engineer responsible for designing, programming, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems. This role involves creating control systems, managing projects, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have experience in electrical design and software development, with a strong focus on customer interaction and project management.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing control systems and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency in programming PLCs and developing user interfaces.
• Strong troubleshooting and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create control systems, wiring diagrams, and industrial network layouts.
• Program PLCs and configure I/O systems.
• Diagnose electrical and software issues and implement solutions.

Skills

Electrical Design

Software Development

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing systems.

Your role includes:

1. Electrical Design: Creating control systems, wiring diagrams, and industrial network layouts using AutoCAD or EPLAN.
2. Software Development: Programming PLCs, configuring I/O systems, writing fault-handling logic, and developing user interfaces.
3. Troubleshooting: Diagnosing electrical and software issues, implementing solutions, and ensuring systems function reliably.
4. Customer Interaction: Meeting with clients, guiding them through the design and installation process, and ensuring project requirements are met.
5. Project Management: Managing tasks, tracking project timelines, and ensuring quality control in electrical and software design.