Control Engineer
Job in
Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listed on 2026-07-08
Listing for:
Sterling Engineering
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics, Test Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Compensation: Up to $160,000 (Based on Experience)
OverviewJoin 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
- 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
- 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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