Controls Engineer

Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc • Rock Falls, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers to design and develop PLC and HMI applications for weighing, batching, and material handling systems. You will also support electrical design, system testing, and customer startup activities. This position offers a mix of in-house engineering work and hands-on field involvement, including system commissioning and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Accuracy and high attention to detail
• Electrical aptitude
• Software/Logic aptitude
• Time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written grammar skills
• Problem solving and troubleshooting ability
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with Allen Bradley hardware
• PLC, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, VFD, and Soft Starters
• Experience with Rockwell Software products: Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk Studio ME/SE
• Familiar with basic industrial controls and sensors including Loadcells, Weight Indicators, Pressure Sensors, Level Sensors, Limit Switches, Solenoids, etc.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Dependable
• Flexible to changing priorities and routines

Nice To Haves

• Experience in CAD software, E-Plan, DraftSight or AutoCAD preferred
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software is a plus
• Some exposure to structured text programming
• Travel enthusiastic

Responsibilities

• Create well documented approval packages that include Sequence of Operations, Front panel layouts, Equipment and I/O lists, PLC and HMI programming
• Conduct in-house checkout of completed systems
• Assist Production Technicians as needed with installation of components
• Write detailed instruction manual for completed project
• Communicate and request technical information with vendors and customers
• Research new technology available in market
• Assist customers with onsite and phone troubleshooting and system start up.
• Assist with creating and updating production ready drawings when needed using E-Plan or DraftSight

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level