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Sr. Automation and Controls Engineer

Chicago, ILFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-11-10

Core

Design, implement, and support automation and control systems for manufacturing, packaging, and lab environments to improve equipment reliability, throughput, and data visibility.

Role type

Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

Builds

Control systems for extraction, distillation, formulation, and automated packaging lines

Domain

Cannabis manufacturing and processing

Required skills

PLC programming, HMI design, SCADA systems, system integration, troubleshooting instrumentation, regulatory compliance knowledge, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Standardization of control architectures, scaling operations across multiple sites

Technologies

PLC, HMI, SCADA, BAS, Environmental control systems

Responsibilities

Design, program, and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems; Troubleshoot controls, instrumentation, and system integration issues; Lead integration of new manufacturing and lab equipment; Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams; Drive standardization of controls platforms across multiple sites

Seniority

Senior, people-leadership role