Automation and Controls Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Automation and Controls Technician

Peoria, Illinois, United States

On-site | Full Time

Contract Opportunity

Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.

We are hiring for one of our trusted clients seeking an experienced Automation and Controls Technician with a strong technical background in PLC/HMI/SCADA programming, robotics, hardware interfacing, and industrial controls systems. This role will support multiple project teams within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with controls programming, industrial communications, robotics integration, and troubleshooting across a variety of automation systems. Candidates should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Controls & Automation

• Develop PLC and HMI/SCADA programs using industry-standard programming languages

• Establish communication between devices and systems

• Interface with sensors, actuators, industrial robots, and collaborative robots

• Work with communication protocols including CAN, IO-Link, DH+, and EtherNet/IP

• Support hydraulic and mechanical control systems

• Apply knowledge of control theory, PID tuning, and stability analysis

• Troubleshoot and support a variety of feedback devices and controls hardware

• Identify and recommend replacements for obsolete hardware

Software & Technical Tools

• Utilize automation and electrical design software as needed

• AutoCAD Electrical experience is a plus

• EPLAN experience is a plus

• SolidWorks experience is a plus

Additional Qualifications:

• 5+ years of controls and automation experience preferred

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to support onsite troubleshooting and commissioning activities

• Familiarity with code compliance and industrial safety standards

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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