Controls Engineer

Job Description:

Controls Engineer

This Controls Engineer role focuses on designing, programming, and troubleshooting industrial automation systems, with a strong emphasis on PLC programming, electrical and software design, and on-site customer support. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex automated equipment, contribute to high‑visibility automotive and industrial projects, and grow to the next level of your engineering career within a stable, project-rich environment.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in PLC programming, including developing Allen-Bradley PLC programs from scratch.

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Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation platforms, including configuration, modification, and troubleshooting.

+ Ability to perform PLC design for automated systems and industrial machinery.

+ Hands-on troubleshooting skills for automated equipment and control systems, both in-house and at customer sites.

+ Ability to apply fundamentals of electricity for diagnostics, including measuring and interpreting electrical values.

+ Strict adherence to LOTO and safety procedures while working on electrical and mechanical systems.

+ Working knowledge of national and international standards such as NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, and UL 508A.

+ Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, including maintaining libraries, parts databases, and electrical design inventories.

+ Ability to read and navigate mechanical layouts in AutoCAD and Solid Works.

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Experience with EPLAN for electrical design, including maintaining symbol libraries and parts databases.

+ Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20% of the time for customer-facing installation and troubleshooting work.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with FANUC robotics programming and integration.

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Experience with Siemens PLCs in addition to Allen-Bradley platforms.

+ Familiarity with RSLogix and related Rockwell Automation software tools.

+ Experience using SYSTEMA for verification of safety functions and performance levels.

+ Experience in the automotive industry or with automotive automation projects is a strong plus, though industrial machine experience is the primary focus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of BUFFALO GROVE, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $118000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options, and life insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in BUFFALO GROVE,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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