Controls Technician

Qualifications:

Heres what youll need:

• Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology Automation Mechatronics or a related field with equivalent experience.
• 8 years of experience in PLC/HMI programming or industrial automation
• Expert-level PLC programming skills across one or more platforms
• Proven experience leading automation projects and system commissioning
• Strong knowledge of control system design electrical systems and industrial processes
• Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced experience with:

1. Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000 ControlLogix)
2. Siemens (TIA Portal S7)
3. Emerson (Machine Edition)

• Expertise with SCADA platforms (Ignition FactoryTalk WinCC Cimplicity)
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP Modbus Profinet OPC UA
• Experience with motion control robotics and high-speed automation systems
• Familiarity with MES integration databases (SQL) and IIoT systems
• Experience with safety PLCs and functional safety standards (SIL ISO)
• Exposure to industrial cybersecurity practices

Additional Details:

• This is an on-site position with work to be performed on the client site in Santa Clara CA.
• After-hours on-call support services are occasionally requested.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.
• Requires field mobility including walking long distances climbing ladders working in tight spaces and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Travel may be required.

• Must pass background check and drug screening and be fully authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities:

Were seeking a Career level Controls Technician to join our team in Santa Clara California who is excited to have the chance to work on projects enabling a semiconductor production facility. Your primary responsibility will be designing developing and leading the implementation of complex industrial automation systems. This role involves advanced PLC programming HMI/SCADA system design system architecture and full project lifecycle ownership from concept through commissioning. The role also provides technical leadership mentors junior engineers and ensures high-quality scalable automation solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop advanced PLC programs using structured modular and scalable architectures
• Lead development of HMI/SCADA systems with focus on usability performance and reliability
• Architect full automation solutions including PLC HMI SCADA networks and field devices
• Oversee system integration with databases historians and enterprise systems
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures and production issues
• Manage system testing validation and onsite commissioning activities
• Establish and enforce PLC/HMI programming standards and best practices
• Review and approve electrical designs control strategies and system documentation
• Collaborate with project managers clients vendors and cross-functional engineering teams
• Mentor and guide junior and intermediate engineers
• Ensure compliance with safety standards industry regulations and cybersecurity practices.