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Controls Engineer, Senior

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Elgin, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, AutoCAD, Automated Assembly Equipment, Automation, Automation Engineering, Bill of Materials (BOM), Biology, Commissioning, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Debugging Skills, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Food and Beverage Industry, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Motor Control Systems, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Process Development, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Schematics, Servomechanism, Simulation, Startup, Test Equipment, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Elgin, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Controls Engineer
Elgin, IL | Onsite | Up to $140,000

An established, 100% employee-owned automation engineering firm is adding a Controls Engineer to support the design and build of custom automated assembly and test equipment. This is a hands-on role working on technically challenging machines used across life sciences, food & beverage, and consumer products.
If you enjoy owning projects from concept through commissioning—and want a long-term home where your work directly impacts the success of the business—this role is worth a look.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Design and develop electrical, pneumatic, and control systems for custom automated equipment
  • Create electrical schematics, one-lines, and bills of material (AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical)
  • Program and debug Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000) and HMIs (FactoryTalk View)
  • Integrate and troubleshoot servo drives, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and motor controls
  • Support machine testing, validation, and startup through simulation and hands-on debugging
  • Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and project teams
  • Ensure designs comply with NEC, NFPA, and applicable electrical standards
  • Identify process improvements that reduce errors and improve efficiency across projects
What We’re Looking For
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–5+ years of Controls / Electrical Engineering experience in automation or machinery
  • Strong experience with:
    • Allen-Bradley PLCs and servo systems
    • HMI development and troubleshooting
    • Industrial electrical systems up to 600 VAC
  • Working knowledge of robotic systems (minimum 2 years preferred)
  • Experience with AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical a plus)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
  • Comfortable working in a 100% onsite, hands-on engineering environment
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
  • Employee-owned organization (ESOP) — you benefit directly from company success
  • Work on custom, engineered-to-order automation, not repetitive catalog machines
  • Strong stability with long-term project visibility
  • Engineering-driven culture with real ownership and accountability
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary up to $140,000, depending on experience
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution plus pension plan
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs
  • Long-term career growth within an employee-owned company


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

 

  • Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

 

  • Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

 

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.sterling-engineering.com

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