Controls Engineer (Greater Chicago Area)

Full-time

Arena Family of Companies

Controls Engineer

Northwest Indiana (Greater Chicago area) | Direct Hire | On-site

Picture this: a line goes down, an operator waves you over, and within minutes you've talked it through, traced the issue, and gotten things running again. For the right engineer, that is the best part of the day. This role was built for that person.

Our client is a well-established global manufacturer with a high-volume plant in Northwest Indiana, an easy commute from the south Chicago suburbs. They need a Controls Engineer who wants to be the automation expert for the entire facility and who enjoys being on the floor as much as behind a laptop.

What you'll own

Hands-on troubleshooting across PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, robotics, and plant networks
Finding and leading upgrades that make equipment faster, safer, and more reliable
A real seat at the table on capital projects, from planning through startup
Coaching electricians and instrument techs so the whole team keeps getting stronger
Keeping drawings, programs, and documentation current and organized

What you bring

4+ years of controls and automation experience in a manufacturing plant
Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills, with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell experience (ControlLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk)
Beckhoff experience is a great bonus
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
A clear, straightforward communicator who can explain how you think through a problem

Why this one is worth a look

One plant and one set of systems that are yours to shape, with no bouncing between customer sites
An engineering manager who values honesty, curiosity, and people who think out loud
A stable, global company with room to grow
A competitive compensation package and full benefits

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