Hiring: Sr. Automation Engineer Company: CyberCoders Location: Granite City, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 10:55:34 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, PLC, Systems Design About the job Experience: •5+ years of Controls/Automation Engineering focused on designing and/or integrating Controls, Robotics and Machine Vision systems within a heavy manufacuturing industry •7+ years in a controls or automation role within heavy manufacturing Required Skills: •Step into a cornerstone manufacturing environment that is aggressively modernizing its shop floor through cutting-edge industrial automation, advanced robotics, and precision machine vision systems. As a Senior Controls Engineer •, you will be at the tip of the spear of our manufacturing technology strategy-owning the design, integration, and continuous improvement of complex automated systems that drive high-volume, heavy industrial production. •If you are energized by rolling up your sleeves to architect robust control solutions, troubleshoot advanced automation cells, and modernize legacy equipment in a rock-solid, stable manufacturing facility, this is your platform to make an immediate, highly visible impact. •Design, program, and integrate automated manufacturing equipment, electrical control panels, and cell architecture. •Program and optimize industrial robots (ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, Yaskawa) for high-efficiency material handling and assembly. •Implement and maintain machine vision inspection systems (Cognex, Keyence, Datalogic) for automated quality control. •Write and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC code (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and HMI interfaces to maximize uptime. •Serve as the technical expert for electrical and controls troubleshooting, partnering with maintenance and operations teams. Qualifications: •Deep expertise with Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and HMIs •Hands-on programming and integration experience with major platforms (ABB, Kuka, Fanuc, Yaskawa) •Proven track record deploying vision inspection systems (Cognex, Keyence) •Strong background in electrical controls, drives (PowerFlex/Vacon), schematics, and troubleshooting Compensation: •$105,000 - $130,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!