Controls​/Mechanical Engineer - Schaumburg

Controls/Mechanical Engineer - Schaumburg Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Title: Controls/Mechanical Engineer

Immediate Supervisor: Engineering Manager

Position Summary: This role is a unique hybrid Controls Engineer with a strong Mechanical Engineering background. The individual will spend the majority of their time developing, integrating, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial control systems, while also contributing as a hands‑on mechanical design engineer for custom automation and packaging machinery.

The position requires a unique blend of PLC/robot programming expertise and machine design capability, supporting the development of custom packaging equipment, robotic systems, and end of arm tooling from concept through commissioning.

• Design, program, and commission industrial control systems using PLCs, HMIs, and motion control platforms.
• Develop and maintain PLC programs for packaging and automation machinery.
• Integrate equipment with higher level systems such as WMS, MES, and factory networks.
• Program and troubleshoot industrial robots, including Fanuc and/or Yaskawa, for material handling and packaging applications.
• Support system startup, commissioning, and onsite installation activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and automation issues during development, testing, and field service.
• Prepare and maintain control system documentation, including:
  • I/O lists
  • Electrical schematics
  • BOMs
  • Functional descriptions
• Work closely with mechanical engineers, manufacturing, service, and project management to ensure system performance, safety, and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement of control standards, templates, and programming best practices.
• Travel up to 25%.

• Design and develop custom packaging and automation machinery.
• Generate 3D models, detailed drawings, and assemblies using Solid Works.
• Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to machine layout, mechanisms, tolerancing, and material selection.
• Collaborate with other engineers and personnel to ensure effective design decisions.
• Support prototyping, assembly, and testing of new equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during build, test, and commissioning.
• Contribute to design‑for‑manufacturability and cost reduction efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field, or relevant Engineering discipline.
• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Strong experience with PLC and HMI platforms (preferably Allen Bradley), robot control systems (preferably Fanuc), and 3D design software.
• Demonstrated ability to design mechanical and electrical systems for automated machinery.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose/troubleshoot problems with automated machinery.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, and documentation skills.
• Aptitude and willingness to be a self‑starter.
• Must be able to travel up to 25%.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities.