Controls Engineer – PLC / Industrial Automation

BlackStar • Cary, Illinois, United States • Posted June 06, 2026

Location Cary, Illinois
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 06, 2026

Job Title: Controls Engineer – Vehicle Wash Systems (PLC / Industrial Automation)
Location: Cary, IL 60013 (On-site) | ~20% Travel (Overnight monthly)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Controls Engineer with strong PLC programming and hands-on mechanical aptitude to support the design, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automated vehicle wash systems. This role blends controls engineering, industrial automation, and mechanical system problem-solving in both office and field environments.

You will work on electro-mechanical systems involving pumps, conveyors, spray assemblies, and drive mechanisms—supporting projects from design through startup and ongoing service improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems for automated vehicle wash equipment
  • Support projects from engineering design through installation, commissioning, an...

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