controls automation engineer.gilbert, arizonaposted october 15, 2026 job detailssummary$95,000

• $110,000 per yearpermanentassociate degreecategorycomputer and mathematical occupations reference 1364956 job details job summary: Controls Automation Engineer for a leading automation integrator based near Tempe, AZ.

This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working on challenging, one-of-a-kind automation projects and wants to be involved in all aspects of machine development. This is a direct hire job opportunity. Moving assistance is available.

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location: Tempe, Arizona job type: Permanent salary: $95,000

• 110,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Associates responsibilities: Design, program, integrate, and commission custom automation and robotic systemsResponsible for developing complete machine control systems from concept through installation and customer acceptanceDevelop complete control system architectures for custom automated machinery and robotic systemsSelect and specify PLCs, HMIs, safety systems, motion components, VFDs, servos, sensors, networking equipment, and other controls hardwareDevelop PLC programs for custom automation equipment using platforms including Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley and BechoffProgram and integrate FANUC industrial robots into automated manufacturing systems qualifications:•Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field•3+ years of experience designing and programming industrial automation systems•PLC programming experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley or Beckhoff platforms•Experience with industrial robotics, preferably FANUC•Experience troubleshooting electrical and controls systems skills: in design,Allen-Bradley,AutoCAD Electrical,industrial communication protocols,CompactLogix,programming,Machine Vision,ControlLogix,Control panels,databases,DeviceNet,EPLAN,EtherCAT,EtherNet,HMIs,HMI Programming,image quality,Modbus,Network diagrams,network communication,networking equipment,OPC UA,robotic systems,Studio 5000,PLC software,SQL databases,Debug,debugging,state machines,integration experience,manufacturing data,TCP,TwinCAT,Beckhoff TwinCAT,vision systems,HMI software,communications,communication,Troubleshoot,Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,reliability,highly motivated,Ability to work independently,factory acceptance testing,site acceptance testing,VFDs,plant equipment,alarms,architecture,assembly,automated equipment,Automation,Automation Engineering,automated,Barcode,budgets,calibration,Pick-and-place,component selection,electrical control,Controls Engineering,Industrial networking,Controls System,control system,control systems,controls systems,cycle time,diagnostics,electrical schematics,wiring diagrams,electrical panel,servo drives,electrical design,safety testing,electrical system design,Electrical troubleshooting,wiring,FANUC,material handling,hydraulic,industrial robots,industrial robot,instrumentation,interlocks,Electrical Engineering,lighting,machine control systems,machine operation,machine safety,machinery,machine operating,custom automation,industrial automation systems,MES systems,measurement,mechanical engineers,Machine Build,emergency,Motor controls,multidisciplinary,optics,palletizing,Pneumatic,automation projects,production monitoring,PLCs,PLC programming,Project Engineering,drive systems,quality control,risk,robotic,robots,Robotics,robotic system,industrial robotics,robot programming,safety,schedules,Schematics,sensors,servos,servo motors,servo,system troubleshooting,technical support,communication networks,testing

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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.