iLocatum

Chicago, IL

Senior Control Engineer

Lead Control Engineer – Elevate Your Career and Embrace New Opportunities!

Are you prepared to spearhead groundbreaking automation projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Our esteemed client, a prosperous systems integrator situated in the heart of Chicago, IL, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Control Engineer to join their expanding team! With abundant prospects for progression, you can chart a career trajectory that synchronizes with your aspirations—whether it entails becoming an esteemed technical authority, a project frontrunner, or delving into technical sales.

Why You’ll Relish This Role:

  • Engage in pioneering projects spanning diverse sectors such as automotive, chemical, food & beverage, and material handling.
  • Amass hands-on experience in hardware design, network architecture, robotics programming, and on-site deployment.
  • Oversee project management and implementation, ranging from blueprinting electrical control systems to supervising junior engineers and finalizing on-site deployment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Devise and script control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES) and spearhead projects from inception through final deployment.
  • Diagnose electrical and mechanical systems while ensuring conformity to NEC code and UL508A standards.
  • Nurture customer relationships and maintain constant communication regarding project status while managing budgets and material scopes.
  • Provide remote and on-site support, assisting customers in resolving equipment malfunctions.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in industrial automation systems.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
  • Experience leading junior engineers and the ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi) coupled with exceptional troubleshooting skills.
  • Willingness to travel locally up to 20% for on-site customer visits.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out:

  • Cultivate your career within a company that provides clear avenues for advancement and personal growth.
  • Join a talented team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge automation solutions.
  • Enjoy a multifaceted role involving hands-on projects across diverse industries.

If you are ready to steer the next wave of automation innovation, don't hesitate; apply today and become an instrumental part of our client's future success!

To comply with certain state regulations, a broad annual base salary range has been provided for this position. Please note that this range serves as a general guideline, as our client considers a candidate's work experience, education/training, key competencies, existing employee salaries in comparable roles, and other factors when extending an offer.

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