Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Automation Engineering
Controls Engineer - $100000.00 - $115000.00 / year Sterling Engineering
• Downers Grove, IL, US
Join a Collaborative and Motivated Engineering Team!
We’re looking for a Controls Engineer to join a close‑knit, high‑performing group based in Downers Grove, IL. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, taking ownership of projects, and working in a supportive environment where knowledge‑sharing is encouraged and ideas are valued.
You’ll enjoy big‑company tools and projects with a small‑company atmosphere—including flexible hours, casual dress, and direct access to decision‑makers. Work ranges from retrofits and upgrades to greenfield automation projects, with full involvement from project kickoff through commissioning.
What You’ll Do- Take ownership of projects from initial concept through field start‑up.
- Design and specify components and architecture for control systems.
- Oversee the drafting of electrical schematics and panel layouts.
- Supervise panel fabrication at an on‑site facility.
- Develop PLC and HMI programming.
- Program VFD and servo motion systems.
- Conduct system simulation, testing, and debugging.
- Commission systems in the field and provide troubleshooting support.
- Travel up to 25% for system start‑up and support.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
- 4–10 years of experience with:
- PLC and HMI programming
- Electrical schematic design
- VFD setup and configuration
- I/O systems and PID loop tuning
- Strong problem‑solving and mechanical aptitude.
- Comfortable with hands‑on work and field troubleshooting.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
- Software:
Studio 5000, Factory Talk SE & ME, TIA Portal, WinCC, Ignition, Wonderware - Hardware:
Control Logix, Power Flex VFDs, Kinetix Servo Systems, Siemens drives (G120/S120), and distributed I/O
- High‑speed motion control programming
- PLC‑based safety systems
- Advanced VFD coordination and registration
- Complex PID control setup (cascading/nested)
- UL 508A and SCCR knowledge
- Mentoring or leadership experience
- Base salary up to $115,000, plus annual performance and travel bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance
Work alongside a smart, collaborative engineering team with room to grow
If you're ready to work on exciting automation projects in a flexible, engineer‑friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career!
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