Our client, a leader in manufacturing and industrial solutions, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team. As a Controls Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Controls Engineer **Location:** Round Lake, IL **What's the Job?** + Lead and schedule a team through the planning and execution of project segments, ensuring accurate project timelines and coordination with development and technical support groups. + Develop large-scale PLC programs, HMI systems, vision systems, and servo systems independently with minimal supervision. + Collaborate with design, engineering, technicians, plant personnel, and external vendors to ensure successful design, fabrication, and assembly of manufacturing equipment. + Contribute to cost estimating for control engineering aspects of major capital projects, monitor project budgets, and manage project expenditures. + Continuously improve departmental processes, standardize controls technology and programming practices, and analyze field issues to develop and implement design improvements. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline with at least 3 years of relevant experience. + Experience supporting or working within dynamic manufacturing environments. + Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems used in manufacturing equipment. + Proficiency with electrical control system design and CAD software, preferably SolidWorks. + Experience with Rockwell Automation software (RSLogix5000/Studio 5000), HMI systems (FactoryTalk View Studio ME/SE), robotic programming (Fanuc, Omron, Staubli), and vision systems (Cognex). **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing projects in a collaborative environment. + Chance to develop and refine advanced control systems and programming skills. + Engagement with a supportive team committed to continuous improvement. + Potential for contract extension or conversion based on performance and project needs. + Competitive pay rate aligned with industry standards. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.