Spectra Infosystems Inc
Controls Engineer
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$80,000 – $100,000 / year
Location:
Newport Beach, CA, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
2 October 2026
What they need
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Job Overview
Join our innovative team as a Controls Engineer and become a vital driver of automation and electrical system development! In this energetic role, you will design, develop, and troubleshoot control systems that power cutting-edge manufacturing and industrial processes. Your expertise in electrical engineering, system integration, and automation will help optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This position offers a dynamic environment where your technical skills will directly impact product quality and operational excellence. Whether you're working on FPGA programming or PCB design, your contributions will keep our systems running smoothly and safely.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical control systems, including schematic diagrams and system architecture using CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or MicroStation
- Implement programmable logic controllers (PLCs), microcontrollers like ARM or Arduino, and automation solutions to streamline manufacturing processes
- Conduct system testing, debugging, and root cause analysis to resolve complex electrical or control issues efficiently
- Create simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink and verify system performance with tools like oscilloscopes and signal processing equipment
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate electronics design with mechanical components, PCB layouts, and system development verification
- Ensure compliance with electrical building codes, NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NEC standards, and industry safety protocols including NFPA 70 compliance
- Develop detailed documentation including schematics, electrical systems specifications, circuit design files, and manufacturing instructions for PCB fabrication and assembly
Skills
- Extensive experience in electrical engineering with a focus on control systems, circuit design, and electronics development
- Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks for electrical schematic design and system modeling
- Strong knowledge of FPGA programming, SystemVerilog hardware description language, and SoC (System on Chip) integration
- Hands-on experience with PCB design, soldering techniques, and electronics troubleshooting in industrial environments
- Familiarity with simulation tools like MATLAB/Simulink for system development verification and signal processing applications
- Expertise in automation platforms including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), industrial automation protocols, and communication systems engineering
- Ability to perform root cause analysis using tools such as oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, and debugging software to resolve complex issues efficiently
- Programming skills in Python, C++, or scripting languages for system development verification and automation tasks
- Knowledge of electrical building codes (NEC), NFPA standards for safety compliance, and industrial safety protocols
- Experience practicing in manufacturing or industrial engineering roles involving electrical system design or electronics development
- Familiarity with vision inspection systems or vision-based quality assurance tools is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills combined with excellent communication abilities to collaborate effectively across teams
Join us to be part of an energetic environment where innovation meets precision! Your expertise will help shape the future of automated systems while ensuring safety and reliability at every turn.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Controls Engineer: 5 years (Preferred)
- PLC: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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