Job Details

Job Title: Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Location: Fremont, CA or Reno, NV (Onsite; travel between sites as needed)

Duration: 4–6 Months (Contract-to-Hire)

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Automation Development Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and commissioning of advanced automation equipment and production lines.

This role is heavily focused on hands-on commissioning and PLC programming, requiring candidates who can quickly bring equipment online, debug issues, and support production readiness in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of automated manufacturing equipment and assembly lines
• Lead and support equipment commissioning, startup, and debugging (high priority)
• Develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell/Allen Bradley Studio 5000)
• Program and integrate automation components including HMIs, servo drives, sensors, and safety systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical design, production, quality, and maintenance
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control panels, and system architecture
• Implement and ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA, ANSI/RIA, NFPA, UL)
• Support integration of robotics and vision systems (Fanuc, ABB, Kuka, Keyence, Cognex)
• Assist in transitioning equipment from concept and prototype into full production
• Train production and maintenance teams post-deployment

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Siemens (TIA Portal) and/or Rockwell (Allen Bradley / Studio 5000)
• Proven hands-on experience with equipment commissioning and startup
• Background in manufacturing, industrial automation, or production environments
• Solid understanding of electrical or mechanical systems
• Ability to debug and resolve issues in real-time on the production floor
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robot programming (Fanuc, ABB, Kuka)
• Knowledge of vision systems (Keyence, Cognex)
• Experience with servo systems and motion control
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or SQL
• Knowledge of industrial safety and electrical standards (OSHA, NFPA, UL, ANSI/RIA)
• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering field