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Control Engineer

$160k

Sterling Engineering

Compensation: Up to $160,000 (Based on Experience) Overview Join an Automation Development team designing and building custom automation and robotic equipment for high‑volume manufacturing. This is a hands‑on role where you'll own projects from concept and programming through debugging, testing, commissioning, and factory integration. Key Responsibilities Design, program, and commission custom automation systems Develop PLC, HMI/SCADA, servo, robotics, and machine vision applications Debug and validate hardware and software performance Review electrical schematics and support controls architecture Collaborate with mechanical engineering and assembly teams throughout machine builds Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), customer installations, and commissioning Travel 25–30% for equipment startup and integration Qualifications 1+ years of experience in custom automation or machine‑building environments Experience with robotics ( FANUC preferred; KUKA a plus ) Knowledge of servo systems, VFDs, machine vision, sensors, safety systems, and industrial networking (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, TCP/IP) Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent hands‑on experience Why Join? Build one‑of‑a‑kind custom automation systems Own projects from concept through commissioning Work with cutting‑edge robotics and automation technology Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and strong career growth opportunities If you're interested in this opportunity and believe your background is a strong fit, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today or feel free to contact me directly to learn more about the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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