Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer; Onsite

Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN

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Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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• Design, program, and troubleshoot Siemens PLC systems to support manufacturing operations.
• Develop, test, and maintain control systems and instrumentation for manufacturing equipment.
• Integrate instrumentation and control systems with existing processes and machinery.
• Create and implement strategies for automation to improve quality and minimize process costs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and maintenance, to identify and resolve production challenges.
• Perform diagnostics and root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and control systems, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Calibrate instruments and control devices to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Design and implement system upgrades, including hardware and software modifications, to improve performance and reliability.
• Maintain detailed documentation of control systems, including P& (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and electrical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations related to control systems and instrumentation.
• Work closely with other engineers, technicians, and stakeholders to optimize system performance.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation, or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with industrial control systems, instrumentation, and electrical schematics.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• US Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• Hands‑on experience with PLCs, SCADA, or HMI software during internships, co‑op programs, or academic projects.
• Experience with TIA Portal or Easy Builder Pro platforms and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with…