Controls Engineer in Phoenix

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are looking a motivated Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of industrial automation and control systems. This role involves hands-on engineering work including system design, PLC/HMI programming, integration, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning support.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation and OT Systems, with expertise in industrial control systems, SCADA, PLCs and DCs data acquisition, and industrial networking.

The Controls Engineer will collaborate with technical leads and cross-functional teams to execute projects, support installations, resolve technical issues, and ensure successful delivery of solutions in industrial environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronic engineering, computer engineering or related Engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience as controls engineer or in industrial automation projects.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen Bradley technology such as FactoryTalk View, FactoryTalk Historian, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk Asset Centre, Stratix Switches, etc
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.
• Strong proficiency in industrial networking architectures, including Layer 2/3 design, VLAN segmentation, managed switch configuration, firewall rules, and routing protocols.
• Understanding of OT cybersecurity concepts, network segmentation, and industrial standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST).
• Demonstrated project ownership, with the capability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent time-management and organizational capabilities with high attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel (up to 50%).

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and maintain control systems.
• Design, develop and implement SCADA and HMI systems using FactoryTalk View.
• Create Programing design document, manuals, reports and others.
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities
• Implement, optimize, and troubleshoot Historians and dashboards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in the field.
• Configure, deploy, and support FactoryTalk Asset Centre
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients.
• Design and maintain secure OT network infrastructure, including VLANs, switches, firewalls, and segmentation
• Diagnose and resolve OT network, SCADA, and historian issues to ensure high plant availability.
• Develop technical documentation and provide end-user training.
• Implement and troubleshoot OT communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, PROFIBUS.
• Execute Factory Acceptance Test, Site Acceptance test and Site Integration Test.
• Execute Onsite system commissioning, startup and support.

Key Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control architectures.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols.
• Teamwork, communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desired Skills

• AVEVA OSIsoft PI.
• Working knowledge of virtualization environments, such as VMware, Nutanix, or Hyper-V.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens and Schneider Control Systems.
• Hands-on experience with Ignition systems.

Work Authorization

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

\nCompany Description

ECN Automation is a leader in delivering advanced automation, control, and digital optimization solutions for complex industrial operations. Since 1991, we have partnered with industrial clients across the Americas, providing end-to-end capabilities in process automation, IIoT, digital twins, MES, advanced process control, and proprietary solutions like Suite MET for metallurgical optimization. As we execute our 2026–2030 growth strategy, ECN Automation continues to expand its international footprint and scale its global reach.

Company DescriptionECN Automation is a leader in delivering advanced automation, control, and digital optimization solutions for complex industrial operations. Since 1991, we have partnered with industrial clients across the Americas, providing end-to-end capabilities in process automation, IIoT, digital twins, MES, advanced process control, and proprietary solutions like Suite MET for metallurgical optimization. As we execute our 2026–2030 growth strategy, ECN Automation continues to expand its international footprint and scale its global reach.\n