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Sterling Engineering · 3 hours ago

Controls Engineer

positionAlgonquin, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$90K/yr - $105K/yr
date3+ years exp

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Controls Engineer to enhance machine efficiency through the development and programming of PLCs. The role involves designing control systems for custom automated machinery and collaborating with various systems to ensure optimal performance.

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Responsibilities

Will be tasked with developing and programming PLCs to enhance machine efficiency (reduce cycle times, increase uptime, and minimize operator intervention)
Design control systems for custom automated machinery, which involves researching and selecting new components, creating panel layouts and schematics, programming, and troubleshooting
Collaborate with various systems, including PLCs, servo systems, stepper systems, HMIs, power supplies, motion controllers, and communication loops

Qualification

Programming PLCsElectrical EngineeringAutoCADVision systemsMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
3 to 7 years of experience in programming PLCs / HMIs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documentation
Experience with AutoCAD for schematic documentation
Excellent communication skills

Preferred

Vision systems experience is preferred (Cognex, Keyence, etc.)

Benefits

Full benefits package available

Company

Sterling Engineering

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Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Westchester, Illinois, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://sterling-engineering.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (3)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dolores Connolly
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Recent News

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