Sterling Engineering · 17 hours ago
Senior Controls Engineer
Buffalo Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $145K/yr
10+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join their Medical Devices team in Buffalo Grove, IL. This role is responsible for specifying, designing, and maintaining advanced automation equipment and tooling to meet manufacturing requirements, with a focus on control systems and PLC programming within medical device environments.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Margaret Hansen
Responsibilities
Design, develop, implement, and maintain control systems for manufacturing equipment
Build standardized automation cells and custom automated solutions from concept to deployment
Configure, program, and maintain PLC software and wiring
Program controls for factory automation equipment including robotics, machine vision, servos, and pneumatics
Work with multiple PLC platforms (Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, Omron, etc.), HMIs, and motion controllers
Perform electrical design, drafting, and communication architecture for automation systems
Troubleshoot and resolve automated process or equipment issues
Develop and improve manufacturing processes and equipment for electrical component assembly
Partner with vendors and maintenance teams to ensure spare parts availability and preventive maintenance plans
Support system deployment at company and customer sites, including service work
Collaborate with engineers, designers, and operations leadership on automation initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field
10+ years of relevant experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing
Strong knowledge of automation equipment specification, installation, and upgrades
Experience designing fail-safe electrical circuits with safety PLCs and relays
Robotics programming experience with UR, ABB, Omron, or Yamaha
Expertise in PLC programming (Structured Text, Ladder Logic) and software tools such as GX Works3, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, TwinCat3
HMI design experience (FactoryTalk, GTWorks3, or similar)
Skilled in integrating mechanical, electrical, sensor, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent for schematics/drawings
Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively across teams
Preferred
Python programming and IoT device familiarity a plus
Experience with BOMs, manufacturability, process design, and continuous improvement methodologies
Background in high-speed/high-accuracy automation solutions preferred
Experience with fluid filling, drug handling automation, and disposable manufacturing is a strong plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
401K
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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