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Manufacturing Software Controls Engineer

North Chicago, IL, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-06-04 → 2026-07-31

Core

Translating configuration and programming for manufacturing process, utilities, and facilities control systems; providing first-line IT technical support for automation-related problems.

Role type

Manufacturing Software Controls Engineer

Builds

Site automation control systems (PLC, SCADA, Data Historian) and IT system maintenance for manufacturing processes.

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure

Required skills

Allen Bradley PLC configuration, Rockwell Automation software, commissioning and qualification activities, ladder logic programming, instructional text programming, HMI graphics development, OS administration, anti-virus updates, user account management, data back-up

Preferred skills

MES platforms programming, JSON/SQL scripting, OPC UA Communications protocol, Inductive Automation Ignition platform, OSIsoft PI Data Historian systems

Technologies

Allen Bradley PLC, Rockwell Automation, JSON, SQL, OPC UA, Kepware, Inductive Automation Ignition, OSIsoft PI

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot Control System hardware, software, and networking issues; Perform IT systems upgrades and data migrations; Develop and execute qualification protocols and technical documentation; Provide production support during off-peak hours including overtime, overnight, or weekends.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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