Hiring: Controls Engineer
Location: Libertyville, IL (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Type: W2 Contract
Industry: Medical Devices Manufacturing
We are actively hiring a Controls Engineer for a leading Medical Device Manufacturing client. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in Industrial Automation, PLC Programming, SCADA Systems, and High-Volume Manufacturing Equipment.ย
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Key Responsibilities:
โข Design, develop, and commission PLC, HMI, SCADA, and machine control systems
โข Support installation, FAT/SAT, validation, and commissioning of automated assembly equipment
โข Troubleshoot PLCs, motion control systems, vision systems, and industrial networks
โข Implement controls improvements to enhance safety, quality, and productivity
โข Perform root cause analysis, change control, preventive maintenance, and technical support
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Requirements:
โข Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
โข 7+ years of controls engineering experience in high-volume manufacturing
โข Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, FactoryTalk SE, and Ignition
โข Hands-on knowledge of HMI, SCADA, VFDs, Servo Drives, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ProfiNet, RFID, and industrial communication protocols
โข Medical device manufacturing experience preferred; Cognex/Keyence/Fanuc vision systems experience is a plus