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Automation Engineer

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Insight Global, LLC

Skokie, IL (In Person)

$100,237 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/25/2026

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Job Description

at Insight Global, LLC in Skokie, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description The Automation Engineer (AE) supports the site maintenance team to ensure optimal performance and reliability of material handling equipment ( MHE ) control systems. This role partners closely with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve automation systems including conveyors, sortation, labeling, and control systems. The AE serves as a technical subject matter expert, helping resolve complex issues, supporting system upgrades, and contributing to project execution. This role also assists in developing technicians and improving overall system efficiency within a modern, safety-first facility.
Compensation:
$100,236.76 per year. Benefit packages for this role include: Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience (or 2-year degree + 1 year experience) in: ~
PLC / HMI / VFD
programming and commissioning ~ SCADA systems and performance metrics (KPIs) ~Reading and modifying electrical and mechanical drawings ~Supporting conveyors and sortation systems ~Working with control components (relays, motor starters, VFDs, HMIs)
  • Experience troubleshooting and supporting material handling control systems
  • Exposure to Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix / CompactLogix) and Rockwell software
  • Experience with industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.)
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate's degree in Electronic Technology (or similar)
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM
  • related field
  • 4+ years of experience in: ~ Electrical systems or control systems development/troubleshooting ~ Advanced automation controls maintenance and development
  • 3+ years supporting conveyors and sortation systems
  • Experience with: ~Servo drives and frequency drives ~Electrical distribution systems
  • Leadership or project management experience
  • Experience working with vendors and supporting capital projects To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account