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Sr. Controls Engineer

  • Sr. Controls Engineer job type Posted on: Nov 09, 2026
  • Sr. Controls Engineer experience level M1 Search Group
  • Sr. Controls Engineer employment type Aurora, Illinois
  • Sr. Controls Engineer employment type Onsite
  • Sr. Controls Engineer salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Sr. Controls Engineer

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Aurora Illinois United States

Remote :

No

Jobcon Logo Job Description :

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, program, and integrate industrial automation and control systems. This role involves PLC programming, HMI development, electrical design, system troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical support.


The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial controls, automation equipment, and managing engineering projects from concept through commissioning.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
  • Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and technical documentation.
  • Integrate robotics, machine vision, motion control, and other automation technologies.
  • Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, and engineering drawings.
  • Perform system testing, debugging, startup, and commissioning.
  • Evaluate customer applications and develop practical automation solutions.
  • Manage engineering projects, timelines, and technical deliverables.
  • Provide technical support and collaborate with customers, sales, and engineering teams.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong experience with PLC programming and HMI development.
  • Experience with electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical, DraftSight, or SolidWorks.
  • Knowledge of industrial control systems, robotics, motion control, and machine vision.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and integrate automated equipment.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 15–20%.


Preferred Experience:

  • Experience with industrial automation system integration.
  • Familiarity with servo drives, VFDs, and motion control systems.
  • Experience developing complete control systems from design through commissioning.


Jobcon Logo Position Details

Posted:

Nov 09, 2026

Reference Number:

34a912d8

Employment:

Full-time

City:

Aurora

Job Origin:

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Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design, program, and integrate industrial automation and control systems. This role involves PLC programming, HMI development, electrical design, system troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical support.


The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial controls, automation equipment, and managing engineering projects from concept through commissioning.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
  • Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and technical documentation.
  • Integrate robotics, machine vision, motion control, and other automation technologies.
  • Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, and engineering drawings.
  • Perform system testing, debugging, startup, and commissioning.
  • Evaluate customer applications and develop practical automation solutions.
  • Manage engineering projects, timelines, and technical deliverables.
  • Provide technical support and collaborate with customers, sales, and engineering teams.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong experience with PLC programming and HMI development.
  • Experience with electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical, DraftSight, or SolidWorks.
  • Knowledge of industrial control systems, robotics, motion control, and machine vision.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and integrate automated equipment.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 15–20%.


Preferred Experience:

  • Experience with industrial automation system integration.
  • Familiarity with servo drives, VFDs, and motion control systems.
  • Experience developing complete control systems from design through commissioning.


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