How much does an Automation Developer make in Chicago, IL? The average Automation Developer salary in Chicago, IL is $106,543 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $99,462 and $113,819. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $93,015 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $99,462 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $106,543 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $113,819 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $120,444 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
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Pactiv Evergreen - Lake Forest , IL
Overview: Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE) is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com. Responsibilities: This position will report into the company’s Automation Engineering group, that supports over 40 manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate lives near a major airport and is located in the midwest or east coast. Responsibilities: Identify/Scope/Manage automation programs/projects across the company’s entire manufacturing system. Capital projects/programs to range from $0.1 t
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International Staffing Consultants, Inc. - Tinley Park , IL
A privately held, Chicago area, manufacturer of automated Food and CPG Equipment for a variety of applications including, labeling, filling, corking, coding, capping, and so many other line operations. We are seeking a Automation Engineer with 5 or more years of automation and project management experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads customer projects as subject matter expert, through ensuring customer specifications and developing project plans and schedules across multiple departments. Design Electrical Schematics using AutoCAD Electrical. Develop PLC, Advanced Motion, and HMI Programs from scratch for a range of Allen Bradley Controllers, new equipment prototypes and to support assembly area testing. Establish and maintain project timelines and budgets. Develop software for robotic systems. Interact with customers frequently to review project plans, exchange integration information, and formulate installation plans. Author project customer documentation, including Operator Manuals,
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Management Business Solutions - Tinley Park , IL
A privately held, Chicago area, manufacturer of automated Food and CPG Equipment for a variety of applications including, labeling, filling, corking, coding, capping, and so many other line operations. We are seeking a Automation Engineer with 5 or more years of automation and project management experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads customer projects as subject matter expert, through ensuring customer specifications and developing project plans and schedules across multiple departments. Design Electrical Schematics using AutoCAD Electrical. Develop PLC, Advanced Motion, and HMI Programs from scratch for a range of Allen Bradley Controllers, new equipment prototypes and to support assembly area testing. Establish and maintain project timelines and budgets. Develop software for robotic systems. Interact with customers frequently to review project plans, exchange integration information, and formulate installation plans. Author project customer documentation, including Operator Manuals,
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Cindavi - Chicago , IL
Job Description: Be a Key Player in Our Advanced Automation Team! We're seeking a talented Automation Engineer II to be a senior figure in our dynamic Automation Team. This is your opportunity to shine as a technical expert, driving innovation in automation projects. What You'll Do: Innovate in Automation: Program and configure PLCs and HMI systems, leading industrial process improvements. Design and Implement Projects: Enhance operational efficiency, productivity, and quality through your automation expertise. Problem-Solve with Expertise: Provide advanced technical support, interpreting P&IDs, and implementing effective automation solutions. Job Responsibilities: Keep ahead with the latest in PLC programming and HMI development. Employ structured troubleshooting and analytical thinking to optimize system performance. Engage in continuous learning through industry events and collaboration. Travel to client sites, applying your skills directly in real-world settings. Job Requirements:
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Provisur Technologies Inc - Mokena , IL
Provisur is an industry leader that pushes the boundaries of ingenuity, bringing precision-engineered food processing equipment, aftermarket parts and service to locations around the world. As a global leader with a close-knit family feel, we take pride in taking care of our people. Check out our videos at jobs.jobvite.com/provisur and see for yourself! The Senior Automation Engineer will develop and support software for industry leading food manufacturing equipment. This position involves design, development, testing and support of software for high-speed complex manufacturing equipment. Areas of development include real time control, Servo Motion Control, Machine Communications, IIOT and GUI development. This individual will work closely with other engineers as well as supporting sales, service and production teams. What You’ll Do: Write software for Industrial PCs as well as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Program in C++, Structured Text (ST) and Ladder Logic. Create and modi
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AbbVie - North Chicago , IL
Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Job Description Purpose: Support the continuous operation of the AP16 Plant Automation systems and assist in establishing a stable and future-ready digital foundation. Responsibilities: Acts as the technical expert for Automation Applications, Vision Systems, and Process Controls. Maintains system availability and works with stakeholders and users to ensure that service objectives are met. Provides input and recommendations regarding business continuance / obsoles
- 2 days ago

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    Test Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Automation Developer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Test Engineer IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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