Controls Engineer

Ralliant
Chandler, AZ
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced controls engineers who design automation systems and work across the equipment lifecycle, with a focus on industrial manufacturing and collaboration with cross-functional teams in Chandler, AZ.

Best fit for

  • Experienced controls engineers with a background in machine automation and PLC programming
    — “5+ years of automation, controls engineering, or industrial controls experience”
  • Candidates who can independently drive projects and manage full equipment lifecycle phases
    — “Ability to work independently and drive projects with limited direction”
  • Individuals with hands-on experience in SCADA systems and test automation
    — “Configure and support SCADA systems, including Ignition, for equipment monitoring and data collection”

Things to consider

  • U.S. citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this role
    — “Must be a U.S. citizen”
  • Candidates should be prepared for a long-term commitment to support manufacturing systems
    — “Long-term support of internally developed manufacturing systems”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with PLCs, HMI platforms, and SCADA systems like Ignition
    — “Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs for manufacturing and test equipment”
  • Showcase your ability to integrate electronics, sensors, and vision systems into automation workflows
    — “Integrate electronics, sensors, vision systems, and test equipment into automated manufacturing systems”
  • Emphasize your track record in equipment commissioning and validation processes
    — “Support machine build, installation, startup, validation, and commissioning activities”
  • Demonstrate your proficiency in electrical control system design and documentation
    — “Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control system documentation”
  • Include examples of continuous improvement initiatives you've led in automation projects
    — “Support continuous improvement initiatives and automation projects across the Chandler facility”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Design and implement automation systems for manufacturing operations
Typical background
5+ years of automation, controls engineering, or industrial controls experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Electrical Control System DesignMachine AutomationPLC ProgrammingTest AutomationEquipment CommissioningAutomation Hardware IntegrationScada System ConfigurationTroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisCollaboration With Cross-functional Teams

Preferred

Productivity PlcsC-more HmisIgnition Scada SystemsCognex Vision SystemsNational Instruments Measurement StudioProcess Control EngineeringElectronics Integration

Stack & domain

Electrical Control SystemsMachine ControlsAutomation ArchitecturesElectrical SchematicsPanel LayoutsControl System DocumentationPLC ProgrammingHMI PlatformsScada SystemsIgnitionCognex Vision SystemsNational Instruments Measurement StudioProcess Control EngineeringElectronics IntegrationPCBEmbedded ElectronicsTroubleshootingRoot-cause AnalysisCollaborationProject ManagementCommunicationTeamworkManufacturingAutomationEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Ralliant

Position Summary

PacSci EMC is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design and implement automation systems to support the transition to scalable, data-driven manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for electrical control system design, machine automation, PLC programming, test automation, equipment commissioning, and long-term support of internally developed manufacturing systems.

This position offers the opportunity to work through the full equipment lifecycle, from concept and design through commissioning, integration, continuous improvement, and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities

· Design electrical control systems, machine controls, and automation architectures for new manufacturing equipment.

· Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control system documentation.

· Design, build, and integrate electrical control panels and automation hardware.

· Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs for manufacturing and test equipment.

· Support machine build, installation, startup, validation, and commissioning activities.

· Design and implement automated test solutions for manufacturing processes.

· Integrate electronics, sensors, vision systems, and test equipment into automated manufacturing systems.

· Configure and support SCADA systems, including Ignition, for equipment monitoring and data collection.

· Support manufacturing data acquisition and process monitoring initiatives.

· Troubleshoot production equipment and identify root causes for electrical, controls, and automation issues.

· Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives and automation projects across the Chandler facility.

Basic Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent controls engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

· 5+ years of automation, controls engineering, or industrial controls experience.

· Experience designing electrical control systems and schematics.

· Experience designing and/or building electrical control panels

· Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.

· Experience with industrial HMI platforms.

· Experience supporting machine builds, commissioning, and startup activities.

· Test automation experience.

· Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.

· Ability to work independently and drive projects with limited direction.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Productivity PLCs and C-More HMIs.

· Experience with Ignition SCADA systems.

· Experience with Cognex vision systems.

· Familiarity with National Instruments Measurement Studio.

· Process control engineering experience.

· Electronics integration, PCB, or embedded electronics experience.

· Aerospace, defense, semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, or industrial automation experience.

Must be a U.S. citizen.

PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

Source: Ralliant careers

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