Chicago, IL
Hire Skilled Professionals in Chicago, IL
Midwest manufacturing powerhouse — thousands of controls engineers, PLC programmers, and automation technicians serving food, automotive, and packaging.
- 105+ professionals in Illinois
Top Occupations on Automate America
Skilled professionals available for contract and direct-hire work nationwide, including Chicago.
Controls Engineer
770 professionals nationwide
Automation Engineer
408 professionals nationwide
Robot Programmer
400 professionals nationwide
PLC Programmer
309 professionals nationwide
Engineer
255 professionals nationwide
Technician
162 professionals nationwide
Electrical Engineer
121 professionals nationwide
Project Manager
103 professionals nationwide
Maintenance Technician
102 professionals nationwide
Senior Controls Engineer
85 professionals nationwide
Robotics Engineer
78 professionals nationwide
Project Engineer
61 professionals nationwide
Hiring Options in Chicago
Contract Hiring
Short-term and long-term contracts for skilled trades and engineering roles — connect directly with the professional.
Direct Hire
Post a direct job for a permanent role; professionals apply to you directly.
White Glove Service
Automate America is your one supplier: we handle the 1099s, pay the professionals, and send you one invoice.
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Search professionals by skill, certification and city, and see who has marked themselves available.
Industries We Serve in Chicago
- Food & Beverage
- Automotive
- Packaging
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
Frequently Asked Questions — Chicago, IL
How many professionals are available in Chicago, IL?
Automate America has 105+ professionals registered in Illinois, including PLC programmers, controls engineers, electricians and welders. Search by city to see who is near Chicago, and who has marked themselves available.
What types of contractors can I hire in Chicago?
In Chicago, you can hire PLC programmers (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi), controls engineers, robot programmers (FANUC, ABB, KUKA), electricians, instrumentation technicians, mechanical engineers, welders, and pipefitters. Each profile shows the credentials and certifications the professional lists.
How do I hire an automation contractor in Chicago?
Post a contract on Automate America specifying the required skills, location (Chicago), duration, and rate range. It appears in the feeds of matching professionals, who apply at your rate. Review their profiles, confirm their credentials, and connect directly — no recruiter needed.
What industries does Automate America serve in Chicago?
In the Chicago area, Automate America serves Food & Beverage, Automotive, Packaging, Logistics, Manufacturing. The platform connects companies in these sectors with skilled contractors who have relevant industry experience and certifications.
Is Automate America free to use in Chicago?
Yes, professionals in Chicago can create a profile and apply to contracts for free. Companies can post contracts and browse professionals at no cost. White Glove is available for companies that want Automate America as their one supplier: we handle the 1099s, pay the professionals, and send you one invoice.