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Controls Engineer

  • Controls Engineer job type Posted on: Nov 02, 2026
  • Controls Engineer experience level Talently
  • Controls Engineer employment type Chicago, Illinois
  • Controls Engineer salary Salary: $90,000 per year
  • Controls Engineer employment type Remote
  • Controls Engineer salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Controls Engineer

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Chicago Illinois United States

Remote :

Yes

Jobcon Logo Job Description :

Job Title: Controls EngineerLocation: RemoteSalary: $90,000-$120,000Skills: PLC, robotics, PLC Programming, Allen-Bradley, troubleshooting, Controls Engineer, Field Service EngineerThe Opportunity:Join a company in the machinery manufacturing industry, where reliable automation and controls help keep complex equipment operating safely and efficiently. As a Controls Field Service Engineer, you will troubleshoot and improve industrial control systems while supporting customers remotely and at their sites. This role offers hands-on technical challenges, varied customer environments, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on equipment uptime.Responsibilities:Install, configure, and commission PLC-based control systems for industrial machinery.Troubleshoot electrical, automation, and controls issues to restore equipment operation.Program, test, and modify PLC logic, including Allen-Bradley systems.Support the integration, setup, and troubleshooting of industrial robots and related equipment.Provide remote and on-site technical assistance to customers and internal teams.Conduct system testing and verify machine performance, safety, and reliability.Document service activities, system changes, and recommendations for customers.Collaborate with engineering and service teams to identify recurring issues and improve equipment performance.Must-Have Skills:Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and programming environments.Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, automation, and machinery systems.Experience supporting, commissioning, or servicing industrial equipment in the field.Ability to diagnose control-system faults and communicate clear solutions to customers.Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.Nice-to-Have Skills:Experience programming or troubleshooting industrial robots.Familiarity with HMI, SCADA, and industrial communication networks.Knowledge of electrical schematics, sensors, drives, and motion control.Experience in machinery manufacturing or machine-building environments.Technical degree or equivalent practical experience in controls, automation, or a related field.Benefits:100% covered medical Insurance, Dental, Vision Insurance3 weeks PTOProfit sharing401kPaid Company Holidays

Jobcon Logo Position Details

Posted:

Nov 02, 2026

Reference Number:

10440_4478576606

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

$90,000 per year

City:

Chicago

Job Origin:

APPCAST_CPC

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Job Title: Controls EngineerLocation: RemoteSalary: $90,000-$120,000Skills: PLC, robotics, PLC Programming, Allen-Bradley, troubleshooting, Controls Engineer, Field Service EngineerThe Opportunity:Join a company in the machinery manufacturing industry, where reliable automation and controls help keep complex equipment operating safely and efficiently. As a Controls Field Service Engineer, you will troubleshoot and improve industrial control systems while supporting customers remotely and at their sites. This role offers hands-on technical challenges, varied customer environments, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on equipment uptime.Responsibilities:Install, configure, and commission PLC-based control systems for industrial machinery.Troubleshoot electrical, automation, and controls issues to restore equipment operation.Program, test, and modify PLC logic, including Allen-Bradley systems.Support the integration, setup, and troubleshooting of industrial robots and related equipment.Provide remote and on-site technical assistance to customers and internal teams.Conduct system testing and verify machine performance, safety, and reliability.Document service activities, system changes, and recommendations for customers.Collaborate with engineering and service teams to identify recurring issues and improve equipment performance.Must-Have Skills:Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and programming environments.Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, automation, and machinery systems.Experience supporting, commissioning, or servicing industrial equipment in the field.Ability to diagnose control-system faults and communicate clear solutions to customers.Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.Nice-to-Have Skills:Experience programming or troubleshooting industrial robots.Familiarity with HMI, SCADA, and industrial communication networks.Knowledge of electrical schematics, sensors, drives, and motion control.Experience in machinery manufacturing or machine-building environments.Technical degree or equivalent practical experience in controls, automation, or a related field.Benefits:100% covered medical Insurance, Dental, Vision Insurance3 weeks PTOProfit sharing401kPaid Company Holidays

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