Controls Engineer
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| Hours | Full-time |
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| Location | Freeport, IL 61032, US Freeport, Illinois open_in_new |
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Job Description
Job Description
Controls Engineer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.
Controls Engineer
Position Overview
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, commission, and support control systems for automated manufacturing equipment. The role focuses on developing reliable PLC/HMI solutions, troubleshooting electrical and control issues, and collaborating with mechanical and manufacturing teams to improve machine performance, safety, and uptime.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, program, and implement Allen-Bradley PLC logic (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix) using ladder logic, function block, and structured text
- Create, test, and deploy automation sequences, interlocks, and safety logic
- Maintain version control, backups, and documentation for all PLC/HMI programs
- Lead automation upgrades, migrations, and continuous improvement projects
- Analyze electrical systems, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Troubleshoot issues with drives, sensors, instrumentation, and control circuits
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and plant safety standards
- Support power distribution, MCCs, and industrial equipment reliability
- Develop electrical and automation projects from concept through commissioning
- Manage budgets, timelines, contractors, and vendors
- Prepare engineering documentation, drawings, and change records
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure alignment with business needs
- Support Cojen boiler control systems and associated electrical components
- Troubleshoot steam generation, condensate return, pumps, and automation controls
- Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLCs
- Proficiency with computers, engineering software, and CAD tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; technical degrees or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and 5+ years of industrial electrical/automation experience will be considered
- 5+ years of experience working with industrial electrical systems, automation, and controls in a manufacturing environment
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Prescription Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Spousal Life Insurance
- Child Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Wishbone Pet Insurance
- ARAG Legal Insurance
- Norton LifeLock
- Voya Benefits:
- Whole Life Insurance
- Group Accident Insurance
- Group Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Birthday Holiday
- Paid Vacation
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Benefits
- Pension
- 401k
- Unlimited PTO
- Vacation
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Vision
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.
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