Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Save this search

Added 2 mins ago
HWIL Electrical Engineer I
RTX Corporation
tucson, AZ
…businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and…
Added 2 mins ago
RF Electrical Engineer I - Onsite
RTX Corporation
tucson, AZ
…manufacturing, test, and program teams throughout the full hardware development lifecycle - from concept development and detailed design through integration, verification, and transition to…
Added 2 mins ago
Software Test Engineer
WCG Clinical
Phoenix, AZ
The Software Test Engineer is a member of the Quality Engineering team, responsible for supporting the testing, validation and delivery of WCG namedproducts and systems.The role applies…
Added 2 mins ago
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Honeywell Aerospace
Phoenix, AZ
As a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be a key contributor to the design and development of cutting-edge mechanical solutions. You will play a…
Added 4 mins ago
Principal Navigation Engineer
Mach Industries
Huntington Beach, CA
Mach Industries is seeking a Principal Navigation Engineer to lead the development, integration, and flight validation of navigation systems for autonomous aircraft and related defense…
Added 10 mins ago
Project Engineer
embecta Medical I LLC
United States
We are seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to lead engineering projects that improve plant safety, quality delivery and cost performance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who…
Added 29 mins ago
Electric Propulsion Engineer, Mechanical - (Starlink)
SpaceX
Redmond, WA
As a mechanical engineer within the Starlink electric propulsion team you will own the end-to-end design, analysis, test, build and on-orbit life cycle of the propulsion hardware. You will…
Added 54 mins ago
Senior Security Engineer
State of Delaware
Dover, DE
Employment with DTI is an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that offers opportunities for professional development. DTI employees have the chance to work with 'best in…
Added 57 mins ago
Front End Development Engineer, DASH
Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Redmond, WA
We are looking for a talented and experienced Front End Engineer (L5) to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver high-quality, performant, and accessible user…
Added 58 mins ago
CMS Engineer
Colgate-Palmolive Company
Piscataway, NJ
…Technology, Quality,Packaging, EHS) teams to ensure the effective development and implementation of Capital and Technology strategy and programs for the region to deliver on plants and…
Added 1 hour ago
Field Coordinator I- Sr (CP)
Entergy
Hernando, MS
Responsible for the identification of safety hazards, the elimination/mitigation of hazards on projects, assist with development of project scopes, supports development of project…
Added 2 hours ago
Engineer- Manufacturing Technology Scaling II USA
First Solar Inc
Perrysburg, OH
…relevant technical experience or 2 years of experience as a Development Engineer I or Manufacturing Engineer I at First Solar. - Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or similar…
Added 2 hours ago
Lead Engineer I, Tech Product Manager
KPMG LLP
Cincinnati, OH
…It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like…
Added 2 hours ago
Senior Staff Infrastructure Engineer - Hybrid
The Hartford
Columbus, OH
Senior Staff Infrastructure Engineer - IEB07BE
Added 2 hours ago
Software Dev Engineer II, Leo Autopilot
Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC
Redmond, WA
As a Software Development Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development of services to support the automation of the Leo mission. You will work with a dynamic group of…
Added 2 hours ago
Systems Engineer II
Mass General Brigham Incorporated
United States
5+ years of experience as a systems engineer or related position required
Added 2 hours ago
Data Engineer
Mass General Brigham Incorporated
United States
…transformation for predictive or prescriptive modeling. The Data Engineer also supports the development of scalable data solutions using modern cloud data platforms, including Microsoft…
Added 2 hours ago
Mechanical Systems Engineer IV
California Institute Of Technology Jet Propulsion Laboratory
United States
You will be working as a Mechanical Systems Engineer within the Mechanical Engineering, Integration, and Test Section (352), which leads the design, analysis, development, integration, and…
Added 2 hours ago
Senior Compliance Engineer
x Siemens Healthineers Endovascular Robotics, Inc.
United States
This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career. As a Senior Compliance Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Added 2 hours ago
Safety Management System (SMS) Specialist
General Electric Company
United States
The Senior SMS Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, assuring, and improving the organization’s Safety Management System (SMS) in line with aerospace regulatory requirements…
Added 2 hours ago
Sr SW Design Quality Assurance Engineer
DexCom Inc
Remote, United States
The Senior Software Design Assurance (Sr Software Design Quality) Engineer provides technical support and guidance to Software teams to ensure conformance to software development process…
Added 3 hours ago
J
Systems Integration Engineer
Jobot
Gaithersburg, MD
- $150,000 to $175,000 USD / year
This is a hands-on systems integration role requiring expertise beyond traditional Linux administration. The engineer will troubleshoot across operating systems, applications, servers,…
Added 3 hours ago
Senior Instrument & Controls Engineer
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Warrendale, OR
As a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer you will perform integrated testing activities on Safety Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Systems for Commercial Nuclear Plant equipment.…
Added 3 hours ago
A
Junior System Engineer
AMAX
Fremont, CA
- $80,000 to $95,000 USD / year
We are seeking a highly motivated System Engineer to join our Engineering team. This role will focus on the design, deployment, validation, and troubleshooting of high-performance computing…
Added 3 hours ago
NVH Test Engineer I
Roush
Dearborn, MI
We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype,…

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Sherwood, OR, United States

$40 to $60 USD / hour

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Pay: $40 to $60 USD / hour
Experience: BSEE and 5+ years demonstratable experience within electrical and controls engineering (might consider strong 3+ years directly relatable).
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Electrical Controls EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses primarily on controls engineering, with approximately 70% of your time dedicated to PLC programming, automation integration, and machine startup, and about 30% devoted to electrical engineering tasks such as component selection and schematic development. You will work on cutting-edge automation projects involving robotics, machine vision, motion control, autonomous mobile robots, and custom manufacturing equipment, supporting multiple projects at different stages of the lifecycle from concept and design through programming, commissioning, and installation. This position offers a hands-on engineering environment, strong mentorship from experienced controls engineers, and the opportunity to grow into a well-rounded automation engineer and future technical leader.Responsibilities

Program, modify, and debug PLC-based control systems for automation equipment using multiple platforms.
Develop new PLC programs from scratch and update existing programs to support system changes and improvements.
Configure I/O, tune control logic, and commission automation equipment to ensure reliable and safe operation.
Troubleshoot automation systems during build, testing, debugging, and startup to resolve controls and electrical issues.
Select appropriate controls components, including sensors, motors, drives, relays, safety devices, and other electrical hardware.
Create and modify electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and wiring diagrams to support system design and integration.
Review electrical designs for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with relevant standards and best practices.
Develop controls solutions that integrate hardware and software to bring machines and systems online efficiently.
Integrate robotics, machine vision, motion control, and other automation technologies into custom manufacturing equipment.
Support between one and three projects at a time, ranging from short-duration efforts to large, multi-month initiatives.
Prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple competing deadlines while shifting between projects as needed.
Participate in machine builds, testing, debugging, and startup activities in a hands-on engineering environment.
Support automation integration activities, including system bring-up, on-site commissioning, and performance optimization.

Essential Skills

Professional experience in controls engineering with a strong focus on PLC programming and automation integration.
Hands-on PLC programming experience, including creating programs from scratch and modifying existing programs.
Ability to configure I/O, debug PLC programs, and commission automation equipment in a production or project environment.
Experience with Siemens PLCs and other PLC platforms, with sufficient depth to develop, modify, and troubleshoot control logic.
Familiarity with Mitsubishi PLCs and PC-based control systems or the ability to learn new PLC platforms quickly.
Experience with Allen Bradley / Rockwell PLCs is beneficial, even if not the primary platform used.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams accurately.
Basic electrical design knowledge, with the ability to support or develop control panel and system-level electrical designs.
Experience with HMI programming and integration within automated systems.
Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and diagnosing automation issues involving controls and electrical components.
Exposure to robotics and robotics engineering within an automation or manufacturing environment.
Experience in controls engineering and control system design for industrial automation applications.
Familiarity with ladder logic programming and related PLC programming environments such as RSLogix.
Knowledge of electrical engineering principles as applied to industrial automation and control systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

BSEE and 5+ years demonstratable experience within electrical and controls engineering (might consider strong 3+ years directly relatable).
Experience with Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley PLC platforms, including RSLogix and FactoryTalk environments.
HMI programming experience, including configuration and integration with PLC-based control systems.
Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar tools for creating and modifying electrical schematics and control panel drawings.
Experience with SolidWorks Electrical or comparable schematic design software, with an emphasis on understanding how to build schematics rather than specific tool expertise.
Experience in robotics integration using platforms such as Universal Robots (UR) and Epson robots.
Experience with machine vision systems, vision inspection solutions, and vision programming for automated inspection.
Knowledge of servo systems, motion control, and integration of drives and motors into automated equipment.
Understanding of industrial networks and communication between PLCs, HMIs, robots, and peripheral devices.
Familiarity with industrial control panels, UL 508A panel standards, and electrical code compliance (nice to have).
Awareness of NFPA 79 and industrial machinery electrical standards, including machine safety requirements (nice to have).
Interest in expanding technical skills across controls, electrical design, robotics, machine vision, and system integration.

Work EnvironmentThis role is primarily office-based within a hands-on engineering environment, where you will work closely with other engineers on automation projects. You will spend significant time working on PLC programming, HMI development, and electrical design at your workstation, as well as participating in machine builds, testing, debugging, and startup activities in a lab or shop setting. Travel is minimal and typically limited to supporting system startup or commissioning at customer sites when needed. The environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with multiple projects running in parallel and a strong emphasis on mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. You will work with a wide range of technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, servo systems, industrial networks, and electrical design tools, gaining exposure to diverse automation applications and project types.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sherwood, OR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sherwood, OR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sherwood,OR.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Skills

PLC programming
Electrical engineering
Robotics
PLC
Control systems
Troubleshoot
Debugging
Electrical wiring diagrams
Regulatory compliance
Automation technology
Prioritization
Allen-Bradley
HMI
Troubleshooting
Ladder Logic
Autodesk AutoCAD
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
Industrial software
Inspection
Communication skills
ICT system integration

Report this job