Title: Controls Engineer Location: Northlake, IL Hire Type: Direct Hire Salary: $120k-$130k/yr Benefits: Day 1 Benefits (Health, Medical, Dental), 401K Matching, Tuition Reimbursement Sterling Engineering is looking for a Controls Engineer for a leading manufacturer of packaging. This is a great opportunity to work with a growing company that loves to promote from within! Job Duties: Lead and coordinate field repairs for industrial filling equipment, working with both technical and non-technical teams to ensure timely resolutions. Install, program, calibrate, test, and maintain electrical control systems and components, including servos, RTDs, and pneumatic devices. Troubleshoot and optimize control systems for deployed equipment—performing component replacements, electrical wiring, PLC programming, and system upgrades. Manage the integration of automated filling machines with auxiliary systems, ensuring proper communication and performance according to specifications. Read and apply technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to support equipment assembly, disassembly, repair, and validation. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, business development, clients, and leadership to plan deployments, resolve issues, and provide clear status updates. Maintain detailed reports on system performance, service history, and equipment condition.

Qualifications: Minimum of 8 year of experience diagnosing and resolving complex issues involving servo programming, electrical systems, mechanical components, and pneumatic machinery. At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation platforms, including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and programming with Studio 5000. Skilled in AutoCAD, with the ability to create and interpret detailed technical schematics. Knowledge of NEC, OSHA, and other applicable safety and regulatory standards. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.