Compensation:
Up to
$160,000
(Based on Experience)
Overview
Join an Automation Development team designing and building
custom automation and robotic equipment
for high‑volume manufacturing. This is a hands‑on role where you'll own projects from concept and programming through debugging, testing, commissioning, and factory integration.
Key Responsibilities
Design, program, and commission custom automation systems
Develop PLC, HMI/SCADA, servo, robotics, and machine vision applications
Debug and validate hardware and software performance
Review electrical schematics and support controls architecture
Collaborate with mechanical engineering and assembly teams throughout machine builds
Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), customer installations, and commissioning
Travel
25–30%
for equipment startup and integration
Qualifications
1+ years of experience in custom automation or machine‑building environments
Experience with robotics ( FANUC preferred; KUKA a plus )
Knowledge of servo systems, VFDs, machine vision, sensors, safety systems, and industrial networking (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, TCP/IP)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent hands‑on experience
Why Join?
Build
one‑of‑a‑kind custom automation systems
Own projects from concept through commissioning
Work with cutting‑edge robotics and automation technology
Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and strong career growth opportunities
If you're interested in this opportunity and believe your background is a strong fit, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today or feel free to contact me directly to learn more about the role.
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Control Engineer
Sterling Engineering · Elgin, IL, USA ·
- Pay:
- 144.000 - 176.000
- Job type:
- Full Time