Siemens Controls Engineer – Automated Machines

Siemens Controls Engineer – Automated Machines (1694921)  $100k – $140k per year
Chicago, Illinois
Full Time; Direct Hire

Seeking Chicago Metro candidate for Siemens Controls Engineer for Automation Development in custom design and build of automated machines and robotic equipment. Responsible for implementing projects from concept to installation.

Job Responsibilities (partial list):

• Design and implement advanced control systems using Siemens PLC/HMI
• Develop innovative custom automation solutions for manufacturing processes
• Create and optimize control algorithms for complex systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems
• Contribute to the development of new manufacturing techniques
• Participate in project planning and execution
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations

• Prototype using overnight machined parts from our fabrication shop.
• Review electrical schematics and assist with hardware definition / architecture.
• Create application design documentation/flow charts and conduct software design reviews.
• Program all software for unique projects with a variety of needs (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Servo, Robotics, Machine Vision, etc.)
• Test and verify electrical wiring (safety circuits, IO, communications, etc.)
• Test run equipment to validate software quality and performance.
• Work with mechanical design engineer to ensure all mechanical setups are completed

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Controls, Mechatronics, Automation or other similar Engineering, or equivalent experience in a related field.

5 years’ experience in design & build of industrial custom automation and control systems

• Experience in conceptual design and implementation of complex systems
• Expert-level proficiency with Siemens PLC/HMI programming

• PLC controls (Must have current Siemens experience)
• HMI/SCADA (Must have current WinCC experience)
• Experience with controls hardware including sensors, remote IO, servos, VFDs, machine vision, barcode readers, etc.
• Industrial networking protocols include: Profinet, Ethernet TCP/IP/EtherCAT
• Robots: 6-axis (Must have current FANUC experience) Kuka is helpful.
• This full-time role requires travel to other company facilities (25-30%).

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee, you’re eligible for one of the best, most comprehensive benefits packages available anywhere with no waiting for eligibility.

UPON APPLYING:
You’ll likely receive an immediate chatbot with basic questions, then upon receiving your timely answers it’s possible that you’ll receive additional outreach of emails, texts and/or telephone calls from our recruiting firm if you’re being considered for this or another similar position.  Upon their recommendations after having discussed the position with you, it can lead to phone, virtual, and face-to-face conversations, and interviews with hiring managers at the company.  Technical testing will be administered and directly influence hiring decisions.

If the job description, location, and compensation, align with your qualifications, we encourage you to apply. To explore additional opportunities, visit our website: confidentsearchconsultants.com 

Confident Search Consultants, a division of Confident Staffing, specializes in connecting engineers with exceptional career opportunities across the United States.

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Salary : $100,000 - $140,000