Automation Systems Engineer

4 weeks ago


Batavia, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Inc. Full time
Job Description
Sterling Engineering Inc. is a renowned automation company that specializes in designing and building custom automated assembly, testing, and special process equipment for various industries.

 

Responsibilities:
  • Analyze customer specifications, product drawings, and related documentation to develop optimal control solutions that meet or exceed requirements.
  • Design controls architecture for complex systems integrating pneumatic, cam, and servo-driven components.
  • Collaborate with electrical designers to ensure successful implementation of designs.
  • Support mechanical engineering to align mechanical and electrical control systems.
  • Research and select robust, cost-effective components and subsystems that meet design requirements.
  • Participate in internal and customer design reviews, as well as customer buy-offs.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical or electrical system issues with the project team.
  • Document and communicate scope changes that may impact project cost or timeline.
  • Provide time estimates and scheduling updates related to controls design tasks.
  • Communicate with customers, internal teams, and vendors on technical project details.
  • Travel nationally and internationally to customer sites for installation, troubleshooting, or servicing of equipment, sometimes on short notice.

Requirements & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience designing and integrating control systems for custom automation.
  • Proficient in Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, servo controls, and machine vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence).
  • Experience configuring and programming remote I/O devices (e.g., Ethernet IP, Modbus).
  • Skilled in programming safety and non-safety PLCs and HMIs.
  • Robot programming experience with Fanuc, Yaskawa, ABB, Universal, or Kuka is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and debugging skills.
  • Experience with analog/digital systems; C++ proficiency is a plus.
  • Familiarity with integrating instrumentation or lab equipment into automated systems for precise testing is a plus.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines and budgets.
  • Strong verbal, written, listening, and presentation communication skills.


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