Automation Engineer

5 days ago


Tinley Park, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Full time
Job Title: Controls Engineer

At Sterling Engineering, we're seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our automation team, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and commissioning control and electrical systems for machines and high-speed production lines.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive plant surveys to identify opportunities for automation and data-driven insights.
  • Design and implement communication routes for seamless data transfer between machine and line control PLCs and the execution system.
  • Collaborate with plant electrical teams to implement PLC program and hardware changes according to approved plans.
  • Validate data collected from PLCs and servers, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
  • Design and implement interfaces with instrumentation, sensors, and machine/process control systems for data capture and deployment.
  • Gather feedback and analyze current system usage to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and system enhancements.
Requirements:
  • Degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in electrical and control engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in designing and commissioning control and electrical systems for machines and high-speed production lines.
  • Proficiency in the design process, from specification through implementation and final knowledge of electrical schematics, PLC logic, and HMI designs.
  • Experience in designing and deploying SCADA, MES, or production line awareness systems is desirable.
  • Familiarity with industrial sensors, instrumentation, and control is essential.
  • Ability to analyze data and transform raw data into actionable business insights is a plus.

Salary: $90,000-$100,000

Meet Your Recruiter: Steve Stabley, Automation Recruiter



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