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Controls Engineer

Bartlett, IL 60103

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Controls Engineering Job Number: 51088786 Compensation: $85000-110000 / year

Job Description

Controls Engineer – Custom Automation
Location:   Elgin, IL 
Bring machines to life.
We’re seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission cutting-edge automated systems. From concept to client acceptance, you’ll be hands-on with robotics, PLCs, and machine vision—helping deliver innovative solutions that power the future of manufacturing.
What You’ll Do
  • Program and commission PLCs/HMIs (Allen-Bradley or Siemens)
  • Integrate robots (Fanuc, ABB, Epson, etc.) and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence)
  • Work with motion control, fieldbus networks, and intelligent devices
  • Support builds, installations, and troubleshooting alongside the team
What We’re Looking For
  • Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • 3+ years of controls engineering in automation
  • Strong skills in PLC/HMI programming, robotics, and machine vision
  • Problem-solver with excellent communication
Why Join Us?
  • Work on exciting, one-of-a-kind automation projects
  • Collaborate with a team of innovators
  • Competitive pay, growth opportunities, and exposure to the latest tech

Meet Your Recruiter

Ric Delgado
Team Lead and Principal Recruiter

Ric is a Team Lead and Principal Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with more than a decade of technical recruiting experience, including over eight years with Sterling. In his role, he leads recruiting efforts while also working hands-on with clients and candidates throughout the full hiring process.

From sourcing hard-to-find technical talent to navigating offer negotiations, Ric focuses on creating strong, lasting matches that benefit both the individual and the organization. His approach is built on understanding technical environments, listening closely to hiring needs and career goals, and aligning the right people with the right opportunities.

Ric enjoys recruiting because of the meaningful impact it can have on someone’s career. Whether helping a candidate pursue a growth opportunity, improve work-life balance, or step into a leadership role, he is driven by the opportunity to support people through important career decisions. At the same time, he takes pride in helping companies build high-performing teams that move their business forward.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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