Control Systems/ Automation Engineer

The Blue Collar Recruiter•Chicago, IL

16h•$48 - $53

About The Position

As a Controls Systems Engineer (Automation Engineer) , you'll provide expert-level support for automated material handling equipment (MHE) in a high-volume fulfillment environment. Focus on troubleshooting, programming, and optimizing controls systems to maximize reliability, uptime, and performance.

Requirements

Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent experience/education); 2-5 years relevant controls/automation experience .
2+ years with PLC programming, robotics components/controls, and SCADA systems.
Experience in at least two full engineering design cycles (spec, selection, programming).
Strong problem-solving; physical ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb, stoop, etc.
Effective communication for complex technical and stakeholder interactions.

Nice To Haves

2+ years apprenticeship or controls troubleshooting/programming.
Experience with diverse conveyors/sortation and robotic maintenance.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills; strong organizational and math abilities.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and modify PLC/PC programs (Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix, RSLogix 5000) for conveyors, sortation, scanners, cameras, print-and-apply, and SCADA systems.
Serve as first-level escalation for on-site and remote controls support, including after-hours emergencies.
Inspect systems, ensure compliance with design specs, codes, and safety regulations.
Oversee contractor work, manage scopes, scheduling, and inspections for upgrades and maintenance.
Engineer reliability improvements from concept to implementation.
Monitor industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.), servo drives, VFDs, and electrical systems.
Analyze metrics, resolve performance issues, and partner with site teams on failures and process enhancements.
Communicate technical details, timelines, and impacts clearly with leadership, operations, and maintenance.
Build strong relationships with the client and operations teams.