Senior Automation And Controls Engineer

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Reference No.
29665
Salary
$110,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Description

Make your mark building automation that improves reliability, throughput, and data visibility across multi-site manufacturing and packaging operations. This Senior Automation And Controls Engineer opportunity is based in Chicago, IL, with support for facilities nationwide and a mission-driven focus on regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications and responsibilities for this Senior Automation And Controls Engineer position include:

  • 7+ years of industrial automation experience in manufacturing or process environments.
  • Hands-on PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell or other) and strong troubleshooting/root-cause analysis skills.
  • Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk, Ignition, or similar) and industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC).
  • Experience with automated packaging systems (filling, labeling, vision inspection) and developing/reviewing electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
  • Ability to travel 50% or more to U.S. facilities.
  • Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for extraction, distillation, formulation, packaging, and building/environmental control systems.
  • Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to meet performance and compliance requirements; support FAT/SAT, commissioning, startup, and applicable IQ/OQ/PQ validation.
  • Drive standardization of controls platforms/architectures across sites and support capital project automation scope, vendors, timelines, and budgets.

Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Eligible employees receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(K) match, FSA/HSA programs, disability and life insurance and AD&D coverage, paid holidays, and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options, and participation in an employee discount program.

DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!

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Don't miss out on this chance to make a significant impact on your career. Apply now, and let's explore where this exciting opportunity can take you.

SENIOR AUTOMATION AND CONTROLS ENGINEER|PLC PROGRAMMING|ALLEN-BRADLEY|ROCKWELL AUTOMATION|HMI/SCADA|FACTORYTALK|IGNITION|ETHERNET/IP|MODBUS|OPC|AUTOMATED PACKAGING SYSTEMS|FAT/SAT

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