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Robot Control Jobs in Winnetka, IL (NOW HIRING)

Design, train, and deploy ML models for robotic control, quality prediction, and process optimization * Develop reinforcement learning and imitation learning systems for robot task planning * Build ...

Robot Programmer

Bartlett, IL · On-site

$25 - $43/hr

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on robotic equipment and control systems. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to robotics, PLCs, and system integration. * PROGRAMMING AND ...

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on robotic equipment and control systems. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to robotics, PLCs, and system integration. * PROGRAMMING AND ...

Robot Programmer

Bartlett, IL · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on robotic equipment and control systems. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to robotics, PLCs, and system integration. * PROGRAMMING AND ...

Robotics Tutor

Skokie, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Evanston, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Wheaton, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Highland Park, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Lake Forest, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Des Plaines, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Robotics Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain sensor integration, PID control, gear ratios, and autonomous navigation while preparing students for robotics competitions, engineering coursework, and STEM career pathways.

Electrical Controls Engineer

Roselle, IL · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

Industrial PLC and Robot control experience is a plus. * Experience using CAD systems, AutoCAD electrical experience preferred. * EPLAN experience a plus. Functional Success Drivers: These ...

Industrial PLC and Robot control experience is a plus. * Experience using CAD systems, AutoCAD electrical experience preferred. * EPLAN experience a plus. Functional Success Drivers: These ...

Industrial PLC and Robot control experience is a plus. * Experience using CAD systems, AutoCAD electrical experience preferred. * EPLAN experience a plus. Functional Success Drivers: These ...

Build and test robotics navigation, safety, control and sequencing systems * Triage, reproduce and resolve issues with robotics systems seen in the field * Occasional travel to observe and refine ...

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How much do robot control jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for robot control in Winnetka, IL is $38.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.97 and $45.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Robot Control vs Robot Programmer?

AspectRobot ControlRobot Programmer
Required CredentialsTechnical certifications, associate degrees in robotics or automationSimilar certifications, programming courses, and technical training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, automation facilities, industrial settingsDesign labs, manufacturing floors, software development environments
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, automation companies, industrial facilitiesRobotics firms, manufacturing companies, automation service providers
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding operational roles in roboticsFocus on programming and software development for robots

Robot Control involves managing and operating robotic systems on the factory floor, ensuring they perform tasks correctly. Robot Programmers focus on writing and developing the software that enables robots to function. While both roles require technical skills and industry knowledge, Robot Control emphasizes operational oversight, whereas Robot Programmers concentrate on programming and software development.

What cities near Winnetka, IL are hiring for Robot Control jobs? Cities near Winnetka, IL with the most Robot Control job openings:

AI & Machine Learning Engineer

Lightspeed

Northbrook, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
LightSpeed Build Technologies is revolutionizing the construction industry through AI-powered robotics. As an AI & Machine Learning Engineer, you will design, build, and deploy intelligent systems for construction robots, focusing on machine learning models for computer vision, predictive analytics, and process optimization.
Responsibilities:
• Design, train, and deploy ML models for robotic control, quality prediction, and process optimization
• Develop reinforcement learning and imitation learning systems for robot task planning
• Build predictive maintenance models using sensor data to anticipate equipment failures
• Implement anomaly detection for real-time quality monitoring during automated assembly
• Optimize model inference for edge deployment on GPU-accelerated hardware in production
• Develop deep learning pipelines for object detection, segmentation, and pose estimation
• Build real-time vision systems for robotic guidance, workpiece tracking, and dimensional verification
• Implement 3D point cloud processing for construction material recognition
• Design and train models for visual quality inspection using depth cameras and industrial imaging
• Build ML data pipelines from sensor acquisition through model training and deployment
• Establish data labeling, versioning, and management workflows for training datasets
• Implement model monitoring, A/B testing, and continuous improvement in production
• Design experiment tracking and reproducibility infrastructure (MLflow, Weights & Biases)
• Integrate ML models with ROS2-based robot control for real-time inference
• Optimize models for NVIDIA Jetson, industrial PCs, and edge computing platforms
• Collaborate with robotics engineers on sensor selection, placement, and calibration
• Support scaling ML systems across multiple production cells and sites
Qualifications:
Required:
• 4+ years hands-on ML engineering building and deploying production models
• Deep proficiency with PyTorch or TensorFlow for model development and training
• Strong computer vision experience: object detection, segmentation, depth estimation, or 3D vision
• Understanding of reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or robot learning approaches
• Experience optimizing ML models for edge deployment (TensorRT, ONNX, quantization)
• Strong Python with experience in C++ for performance-critical components
• Experience with ML infrastructure: data pipelines, experiment tracking, model serving
• Proficiency with Linux, Docker, Git, and CI/CD workflows
• Understanding of real-time system constraints for ML inference in production
Preferred:
• MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Robotics, or related field
• Experience with robotics simulation: MuJoCo, IsaacSIM, or similar
• Background in manufacturing, industrial automation, or construction technology
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 integration for ML-powered robotics
• Published research or patents in computer vision, robot learning, or related ML
• Experience with NVIDIA ecosystem: CUDA, cuDNN, TensorRT, Jetson platforms
Company:
BUILDING TOMORROW'S HOMES, FASTER AND SMARTER The Lightspeed Integrated Walls, Floors and Roof Systems are built with advanced software and AI driven industrial robots, allowing us to seamlessly craft the walls, floors and roofs, integrating the framing, MEPs, insulation, and drywall in a single, efficient manufacturing line. Founded in , the company is headquartered in , , with a team of 11-50 employees. The company is currently Early Stage.