Schedule: M-F 8am to 5pm
Pay Rate: Up to $84.09/hr. DOE
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Position Type: Full-Time
Benefits: This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networks.
- Create and modify PLC logic (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.) to meet operational requirements
- Develop and implement HMI interfaces and operator displays for monitoring and control
- Specify and configure industrial sensors, actuators, and instrumentation
- Develop electrical schematics and documentation using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
- Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of control systems on new and existing equipment
- Ensure compliance with safety standards (NFPA 79, UL, IEC, OSHA, etc.) and company policies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support process improvements and automation upgrades
- Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations teams
- Maintain system backups, revision control, and documentation for all control program
- Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 3–7 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering preferred
- Experience with PLC programming (Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or similar platforms)
- Proficiency in HMI/SCADA development (FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware, etc.)
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC, etc.)
- Familiarity with robotics integration, motion control, or distributed control systems (DCS) is a plus
The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
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What We Do
WGNSTAR, formerly Westerwood Global and NSTAR Global Services, is a trusted partner to many of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers, providing innovative and cost-efficient managed workforce services and asset lifecycle management solutions. We partner with our clients to build a custom approach which ensures we deliver a workforce solutions plan that is tailored to their specific operations and ultimate business goals. Our service offerings include managed workforce, equipment relocation, asset lifecycle management, flexible staffing, direct hire, facilities support, training, and fabrication. With headquarters in Ireland and regional offices throughout the United States, we are strategically located where our clients need us most. We look forward to the opportunity to be your managed workforce and asset lifecycle management partner. Job seekers – our years of experience and extensive industry connections afford us every opportunity to find your perfect fit, equally matched with your individual skill set, desires and selected career path. We offer full-time, long- and short-term contracts, temp-to-hire positions, and direct hire opportunities within our client base. With our unparalleled networking and matching capabilities, we guarantee a perfect match for you and your career goals.
