Sterling Engineering Inc.
Automation Engineer - Senior
Sterling Engineering Inc., Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
Senior Automation Engineer – Medical Device Manufacturing
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL (onsite)
Compensation: Up to $165K + 5% bonus (Relocation available) NO VISA SPONSORSHIP NO VISA TRANSFER
Are you an automation professional with a design background who’s ready to take on a higher-level role as an SME in medical device manufacturing? This is an opportunity to join a global 3rd party medical device manufacturer, where you’ll work on automation projects that directly improve production, quality, and efficiency. What You’ll Do
Lead automation engineering initiatives across the Buffalo Grove and Libertyville facilities, with occasional travel to the Austin HQ. Oversee projects with OEM partners for new equipment and integration into production. Drive process improvements and redesign efforts for existing automation equipment. Collaborate with Electrical Engineering and cross-functional teams to optimize production systems. Design, specify, and maintain automation machinery, tooling, and applications. Provide subject matter expertise on mechanical automation solutions, ensuring reliability, compliance, and scalability.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar). 8+ years of automation engineering experience in highly regulated industries (medical devices preferred). Strong background in equipment design, implementation, and continuous improvement. Hands-on experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Creo. Proven ability to lead projects, interface with OEMs, and act as a corporate-level technical advisor. Bonus: Experience in medical device/disposable manufacturing, drug handling automation, or high-speed automation systems. Why Join Us?
Competitive pay up to $165K + 5% bonus Full relocation support Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, and tuition reimbursement Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment with exposure to advanced automation technologies
Job Description
Senior Automation Engineer – Medical Device Manufacturing
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL (onsite)
Compensation: Up to $165K + 5% bonus (Relocation available) NO VISA SPONSORSHIP NO VISA TRANSFER
Are you an automation professional with a design background who’s ready to take on a higher-level role as an SME in medical device manufacturing? This is an opportunity to join a global 3rd party medical device manufacturer, where you’ll work on automation projects that directly improve production, quality, and efficiency. What You’ll Do
Lead automation engineering initiatives across the Buffalo Grove and Libertyville facilities, with occasional travel to the Austin HQ. Oversee projects with OEM partners for new equipment and integration into production. Drive process improvements and redesign efforts for existing automation equipment. Collaborate with Electrical Engineering and cross-functional teams to optimize production systems. Design, specify, and maintain automation machinery, tooling, and applications. Provide subject matter expertise on mechanical automation solutions, ensuring reliability, compliance, and scalability.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar). 8+ years of automation engineering experience in highly regulated industries (medical devices preferred). Strong background in equipment design, implementation, and continuous improvement. Hands-on experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Creo. Proven ability to lead projects, interface with OEMs, and act as a corporate-level technical advisor. Bonus: Experience in medical device/disposable manufacturing, drug handling automation, or high-speed automation systems. Why Join Us?
Competitive pay up to $165K + 5% bonus Full relocation support Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, and tuition reimbursement Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment with exposure to advanced automation technologies