Coilcraft, Inc

Controls Engineer

Coilcraft, Inc$70K — $95K *
Cary, IL 60013In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electronics
  • Minimum 2 years of PLC programming experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation
  • CAD experience for schematic documentation
  • Experience with vision systems is advantageous
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize PLCs for machine efficiency
  • Design control systems for automated machinery
  • Research and select new components for control systems
  • Create panel layouts and schematics for machinery
  • Program and troubleshoot control systems
  • Collaborate with various automated systems and components

Benefits

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vision Insurance
Full Job Description
Coilcraft, Inc., a well-established global organization founded in 1945, specializes in the production of magnetic components, including high-performance RF chip inductors, power magnetics, and filters. Our headquarters are located in Cary, Illinois. We are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join our custom machine design and build department.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and optimize Programmable Logical Controls (PLCs) to enhance machine efficiency by reducing cycle times, increasing uptime, and minimizing operator intervention.
  • Design control systems for high-performance automated machinery, which involves researching and selecting new components, creating panel layouts and schematics, programming, and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate with various systems, including PLCs, servo systems, stepper systems, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), power supplies, motion controllers, and communication loops.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Electronics.
  • At least 2 years of prior experience in programming PLCs.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documentation.
  • CAD experience for schematic documentation.
  • Experience with vision systems is a valuable asset.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Company Benefits:
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vision Insurance

Coilcraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

This position may require compliance with ITAR regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents

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