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ATS Corporation · 15 hours ago

Controls Engineer III

Rolling Meadows, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $110K/yr

6+ years exp

ATS Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer III to join their team at ATS Life Sciences Chicago. In this role, you will lead the design, programming, and implementation of electrical and control systems for advanced automated equipment, playing a key leadership role in large automation projects.

Industrial Automation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the development of controls architecture for large, multi-module automation systems

Program control and vision systems for cam, servo, and air-operated stations, as well as test and electrical devices

Ensure electrical design and software architecture are functional, robust, and cost-effective

Incorporate ATS Life Sciences Chicago standards and regulatory requirements into every design

Research, specify, and select appropriate components and materials

Develop and maintain electrical wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials, and release documentation

Participate in internal and customer design reviews, installations, and service calls as needed

Guide and support electricians in wiring and code compliance

Collaborate with suppliers to identify functional and economical design solutions

Contribute to project execution plans, ensuring adherence to schedule and budget

Troubleshoot and debug software issues alongside Mechanical Builders and Electricians

Document changes and updates thoroughly

Mentor and provide technical guidance to Controls Engineers I and II

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringAutomation EngineeringAllen-Bradley PLCsMachine Vision SystemsEPLANAutoCADSolidWorksMicrosoft Office SuiteTroubleshootingTechnical Mentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)

6+ years of experience in automation and controls engineering

Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, servo control, and electrical design

Proficient in EPLAN, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office Suite

Hands-on experience with tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and other measurement instruments

Ability to stand, walk, reach overhead, and bend to the floor as required

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently

Normal vision and hearing requirements

Work occurs primarily in an office environment with occasional exposure to manufacturing floor noise and physical hazards

Must be capable of wearing appropriate PPE for extended periods

Preferred

Experience with machine vision systems (Cognex or Keyence) preferred

Benefits

Compensation for hours worked over 45

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee incentive bonus program

Comprehensive benefits (including health, dental vision and employee assistance program)

A wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Annual paid volunteer day off

401K with employer match

Optional employee share purchase program

Company

ATS Corporation

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HELPING ADVANCE THE FUTURE ATS is an industry leader in planning, designing, building, commissioning and servicing automated manufacturing and assembly systems — including automation products and test solutions — for a broadly-diversified base of customers.

Founded in 1978

Cambridge, ON, CA

5001-10000 employees