Controls and Automation Engineer

Controls and Automation Engineer Position type: Full-time Type of contract: Permanent HARTING stands for strong connections - across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you'll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here's to your unique future with us: Yours! HARTING stands for strong connections - across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you'll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here's to your unique future with us: Yours! Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions..... We are seeking an Controls and Automation Engineer to help us with the continuous improvement and assurance of technological development , that can ensure communication in field, production and control level using edge computing and interfaces to ERP and MES systems while complying with co-developed standards for preparation and digitalization of production data. To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to: Rollout of shopfloor connectivity: -SC integration on new machines -SC retrofits on old machines and WCs -Deploying global rollouts of tools and new standards Leading Automation & Digitalization Projects Initiate, design, optimize and create new solutions in the field of IIoT/SC/OT with communication to global responsible. Use of software solutions, configuration & use of edge devices Establishing connectivity with remote services Automation / digitization of systems on machines using PLCs and microcontroller programming Connecting and evaluating intelligent sensors, microcontrollers, edge devices and monitors on new and existing machines (retrofit) to implement IIoT/SC/OT solutions Initiating, conceptualizing and designing new solutions in the area of digitalization / Industry 4.0 for complex plants and systems in production. Use of software solutions and, if necessary, development of microservices for end devices such as industrial computers / edge devices in the various production areas Software development / programming of applications for end devices such as industrial computers / edge devices / possibly robots in the production area Establishing connectivity between / with various remote applications Setting up and maintaining databases (data management) in preparation for data analytics Identifying and evaluating new trends and developments in the field of hardware development and digitization for industrial applications Automation / digitalization of existing systems on machines with the help of PLC and microcontroller programming Connection and evaluation of additional intelligent sensors, microcontrollers, industrial computers and monitors on new and existing machines (retrofit) for the realization of Industry 4.0 applications and monitoring systems Market evaluation of new trends as well as testing of new hardware components e.g. sensors for production plants If necessary, design and development of hardware-related backend applications for the processing of production data Skills and experience to thrive in this role: • Completed studies in (technical) computer science, electrical engineering or comparable qualification. • Programming experience e.g. in the area of Python, C / C++, Java, JavaScript • Knowledge in the field of electronics • Experience in industrial communication protocols such as fieldbuses, OPC-UA and MQTT • Professional experience in the area of Industrial Internet. • PC knowledge (e.g. MS Office, SAP) • Willingness to travel desirable HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments. As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard - to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun - like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more! Visit us on LinkedIn! HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including: CompensationHARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage. Competitive base salary: $60,000 - $70,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location). This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus. Benefits21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start - quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max). Medical, dental, and vision Insurance - several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from. Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability - at no cost to employee. Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy. 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match - fully vested upon eligibility! Benefits: Be a key player (US), Competitive compensation (US), Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US), Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US), Take time off (US) Information at a Glance Recruiter Photo: Contact person: Company Code: HARTING Manufacturing Inc. Recruiter phone: LinkedIn URL Recruiter: Job Location (Short): Elgin, Illinois, United States Region: Elgin, IL Position Area: IT / Digitalization

Created: 2026-03-10