Industrial Automation Recruiters in Illinois
We recruit industrial automation talent with experience in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, controls engineering, field service, and plant automation leadership for companies operating across the region. In Illinois, that frequently connects to food processing, advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and life sciences or medtech manufacturing.
3,000+
TEAMS BUILT ACROSS NORTH AMERICA
1,000,000+
CANDIDATES READY FOR WORK AND OPEN TO RELOCATION
50+
YEARS OF RECRUITMENT EXPERIENCE
Build Your Illinois Automation Team
Illinois Supports a major industrial automation market across food processing, packaging, and advanced manufacturing. We recruit professionals in controls, PLC programming, robotics, systems integration, field service, engineering, and automation leadership. Across OEMs, systems integrators, machine builders, and manufacturing operations, we help employers build teams for productivity, modernization, and plant complexity.
The Talent You Need in
Industrial Automation
in
Illinois
We specialize in hiring across the full industrial automation landscape, from PLC and SCADA systems to robotics, motion control, and systems integration. Our recruiters understand the technical demands of each environment and connect you with candidates who can contribute quickly and perform in live production settings.
Industrial Automation Jobs Across Illinois
Illinois Supports a major industrial automation market across food processing, packaging, and advanced manufacturing. Controls integration, robotics, process automation, and plant modernization continue to drive demand for experienced automation professionals. Here are some of the top industrial automation jobs in the area:
Controls Engineer (PLC / Automation), Automation Engineer, Electrical Engineer (Industrial / Controls), Field Service Engineer (Automation), Automation Project Manager, Robotics Engineer / Programmer, PLC Programmer, SCADA / HMI Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Controls Manager
Key Industrial Automation Hiring Locations Across Illinois
These cities represent key industrial automation hiring markets tied to food processing, packaging, advanced manufacturing, and plant modernization. Our recruiting team supports hiring across these locations, connecting employers with controls, engineering, field service, automation, and leadership talent.
Chicago
When your industrial automation operation in Chicago needs specialized technical talent, execution, accuracy, and real-world industry knowledge matter. Top Quality Recruitment connects food processing, packaging, and logistics companies with specialized professionals in controls engineering, PLC programming, robotics, HMI/SCADA, and systems integration across Illinois.
Why Companies Partner with TQR in
Illinois
Speed to Hire - Access pre-screened packaging candidates quickly.
Specialized Knowledge - Recruiters who understand packaging processes, regulations and certifications
Custom Fit - We align with your hiring process and culture.
Retention-Driven - Our placements are made for long-term success.
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The TQR Difference
Our Relationships Make Us Who We Are
We connect you with top candidates you won’t find on job boards.
Active and Passive talent, happy where they are, but ready to take our call about your opportunity.
With deep industry expertise and relationships built over years, we know how to sell your role and deliver talent others can’t reach.
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Have a quick 15-minute call to learn how TQR works and how we help companies hire and professionals advance, and we’ll begin working on your search the same day.
Top Industrial Automation Recruiters in the
Midwest
We provide nationwide recruitment services with a strong candidate network right across North America
Frequently Asked Questions
What industrial automation roles are most in demand across Illinois?
Illinois employers are actively hiring for roles such as Controls Engineers, Automation Engineers, PLC Programmers, SCADA and HMI Engineers, Field Service Engineers, and Controls Managers who can support productivity, systems integration, and plant modernization.
Why do Illinois industrial automation employers work with specialized recruiters?
Industrial automation hiring is highly specialized, so many Illinois employers work with recruiters who understand controls, PLC programming, HMI and SCADA systems, robotics, field service, and the realities of hiring talent for complex manufacturing and packaging operations.
Which industries in Illinois are driving demand for industrial automation talent?
Demand for industrial automation talent in Illinois is being driven by food processing, packaging, advanced manufacturing, OEMs, systems integrators, machine builders, and other industrial employers investing in automation, controls, and operational efficiency.