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Autonomy Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems
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As an Autonomy Engineer you will support Autonomy for a program, study, or proposal. You will evaluate fault & autonomy requirements; define states, modes, and transitions; support…
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Manufacturing Systems and Simulation MP&P Engineer
The Boeing Company
North Charleston, SC
Develop, document, and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and design for software systems, automated hardware systems, and industrial robotics
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Mid-Level Test & Evaluation Engineer
The Boeing Company
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Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
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Brookshire, TX
- $46 to $48 USD / hour
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Hardware Development Engineer
Manpower Engineering
Milwaukee, WI
- $40 to $50 USD / hour
Our client, a global leader in industrial automation and control technologies, is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to join their engineering team. As a Hardware Development Engineer,…
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Principal Engineer - FPGA/ASIC Design
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Sr Embedded Software Engineer - Flight Mgmt Systems (FMS)
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and accelerate decision-making. As a software engineer, you will bridge the gap between scientific workflows and modern software solutions, which may include working alongside laboratory…
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Senior Test Infrastructure & Reliability Engineer, Photonics
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Senior Principal Test Engineer - 20673
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Northrop Grumman Strategic Deterrent Systems division is seeking a Senior Principal Test Engineer to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located…
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Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer - 20672
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Strategic Deterrent Systems division is seeking a Senior Principal Test Engineer to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located…
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Principal / Senior Principal Electrical Test Engineer - 8905-1
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Interface with software developers and systems engineers in support of flight hardware integration and test activities.
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Staff Test Engineer - 18942
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Strategic Deterrent Systems division is seeking a Staff Test Engineer to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Roy, UT…
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2027 Flight Software Engineer Intern - Redondo Beach CA
CORP-Corporate Office
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- $21.5 to $41 USD / hour
Design, develop, document, test and debug applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
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Principal / Sr Principal Engineer Aeronautical
CORP-Corporate Office
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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal / Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer to join the team of qualified individuals. Position is located in Edwards AFB, CA.
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2027 Ground Software Engineer Intern - Redondo Beach CA
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United States
- $21.5 to $41 USD / hour
Design, develop, document, test and debug applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
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2027 Associate Flight Software Engineer - Manhattan Beach CA
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Design, develop, document, test and debug applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
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Developing tests for software simulation and hardware test beds.
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Senior Software Engineer, AI/ML Recommendations, Rankings, Predictions, YouTube
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Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to…
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Systems Engineer
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Moorestown, NJ
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer, in Moorestown, NJ. Job ID#227031
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Software Engineer (Embedded / Machine Systems)
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LaVergne, TN
We’re hiring a mid-level Software Engineer to develop the embedded software that runs our automotive service equipment. This is hands-on work: your code will control motors, read sensors,…
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Maintenance Engineer
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Milwaukee, WI
- $16.98 to $37.58 USD / hour
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Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer
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Huntsville, AL
nLogic is seeking a Mid-Career Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, integration, and testing of electrical and electronic systems. The…
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Actalent

Controls Engineer

Sherwood, OR, United States

$40 to $60 USD / hour

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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 3, 2026

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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 17, 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.

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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

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