Senior Controls Engineer Job at L2x Talent Solutions, Joliet, IL

  • L2x Talent Solutions
  • Joliet, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Technical Leadership & Engineering Authority:

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-Serve as the senior technical authority for the design and implementation of industrial automation and control systems.

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-Establish control system architectures, engineering standards, and technical approaches for assigned projects.

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-Apply advanced engineering judgment to evaluate design alternatives, manage technical risk, and resolve complex system constraints.

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-Review, approve, and validate engineering deliverables produced by internal teams and external partners.

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Control System Design:

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-Lead the design of electrical control systems in compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 70, UL 508A).

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-Develop and approve control schematics, wiring designs, panel layouts, and bills of materials.

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-Provide engineering oversight of panel manufacturing activities to ensure designs are implemented as intended.

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Automation Software Architecture & Development:

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Architect and develop PLC software solutions using platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens.

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-Define structured programming standards, reusable libraries, and system interfaces to support scalability and long-term maintainability.

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-Lead the configuration and validation of HMI/SCADA systems to support safe and efficient operation.

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Drives, Motion, and Control Theory Application:

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-Engineer advanced motion control and variable frequency drive (VFD) solutions aligned with system performance requirements.

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-Apply control theory principles to tune, optimize, and validate system behavior.

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-Specify and approve drive, motion, and control components based on application demands and lifecycle considerations.

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System Integration, Commissioning & Validation :

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-Lead system integration activities, coordinating electrical, mechanical, and process engineering disciplines.

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-Direct on-site commissioning activities with a focus on engineering verification, performance validation, and technical issue resolution, rather than routine installation or production labor.

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-Diagnose complex system issues and implement corrective engineering solutions.

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-Ensure technical documentation and knowledge transfer meet project and customer requirements.

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Strategic, Commercial & Project Contribution:

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-Act as a senior technical stakeholder in project planning, execution strategy, and risk assessment.

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-Provide engineering input into project pricing, scope definition, and margin management decisions.

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-Identify opportunities for standardization, modularization, and scalable solution development.

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-Monitor technical progress against project objectives and proactively communicate risks, assumptions, and required scope adjustments.

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Safety & Professional Practice:

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-Ensure engineering designs and field activities comply with applicable safety standards and internal policies.

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-Lead or contribute to Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Pre-Task Planning from an engineering risk perspective.

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-Maintain required professional training and certifications relevant to industrial automation environments.

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Qualifications:

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-Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field

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-8+ years of experience working within a systems integrator, OEM Machine builder, custom automation integrator, industrial controls, industrial equipment, automation, drive systems, etc.. based setting

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-Ability to manage integration/automation projects from concept through to completion

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-Experience managing projects including programming, electrical design, customer communication and project execution

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-Ability to troubleshoot and program PLC’s (50% Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/Studio 5000, 50% Siemens/TIA Portal)

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-Ability to troubleshoot and develop HMI/SCADA applications (Allen Bradley and Siemens)

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-Experience designing electrical control systems including electrical schematics, control panels, wiring diagrams, and BOMs (AutoCAD Electrical)

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