Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation

Downers Grove, IL

Full-Time | Hybrid

Salary : Up to $115,000 + Bonus Opportunities

Join a Collaborative and Motivated Engineering Team!

We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join a close-knit, high-performing group based in Downers Grove, IL. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, taking ownership of projects, and working in a supportive environment where knowledge-sharing is encouraged and ideas are valued.

You’ll enjoy big-company tools and projects with a small-company atmosphere—including flexible hours, casual dress, and direct access to decision-makers. Work ranges from retrofits and upgrades to greenfield automation projects, with full involvement from project kickoff through commissioning.

What You’ll Do

Take ownership of projects from initial concept through field start-up.

Design and specify components and architecture for control systems.

Oversee the drafting of electrical schematics and panel layouts.

Supervise panel fabrication at an on-site facility.

Develop PLC and HMI programming.

Program VFD and servo motion systems.

Conduct system simulation, testing, and debugging.

Commission systems in the field and provide troubleshooting support.

Travel up to 25% for system start-up and support.

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.

4–10 years of experience with :

PLC and HMI programming

Electrical schematic design

VFD setup and configuration

I / O systems and PID loop tuning

Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.

Comfortable with hands-on work and field troubleshooting.

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.

Tools & Technologies You’ll Use

Software : Studio 5000, FactoryTalk SE & ME, TIA Portal, WinCC, Ignition, Wonderware

Hardware : ControlLogix, PowerFlex VFDs, Kinetix Servo Systems, Siemens drives (G120 / S120), and distributed I / O

Nice-to-Have Skills

High-speed motion control programming

PLC-based safety systems

Advanced VFD coordination and registration

Complex PID control setup (cascading / nested)

P&ID development experience

UL 508A and SCCR knowledge

Mentoring or leadership experience

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary up to $115,000, plus annual performance and travel bonuses

Hybrid work schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO : 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, 10 paid holidays

Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance

Work alongside a smart, collaborative engineering team with room to grow

If you're ready to work on exciting automation projects in a flexible, engineer-friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career!