Senior Controls Engineer
Job Description
Seeking a senior level Controls Engineer that is capable of leading the electrical controls design and programming of custom automated assembly machines from concept to client acceptance. Responsible for understanding the concept, budget and schedule and staying within the project deadline and budget requirements.
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and HMIs (one is a must, both are preferred) - programming, troubleshooting, debug
• Able to write PLC to device software interface including implementation documentation and validation plan
• Skilled in commissioning intelligent devices on fieldbus networks (Ethernet I/P, ProfiNet, etc.) with very good troubleshooting skills
• Robot programming (Epson, Adept, Mitsubishi, Fanuc, Staubli, ABB)
• Precision motion control involving coordinated motion
• Machine vision specifying and programming (Cognex and/or Keyence)
• Participate in internal and customer design reviews, installations, and service calls when needed.
• Able to communicate engineering concepts and ideas clearly (to builders, customers, and others)
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Meet Your Recruiter
Principal Recruiter
Steve Stabley is a Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with close to 30 years of technical recruiting experience, including more than 23 years with Sterling. Throughout his career, Steve has built deep expertise in the automation and manufacturing industries, helping clients identify and hire highly skilled engineering and technical talent.
Steve has successfully sourced and placed engineers and technicians with many of the leading automation companies throughout the greater Chicagoland area. His industry knowledge, long-standing relationships, and understanding of technical hiring needs allow him to connect qualified candidates with opportunities where they can make an immediate and lasting impact.