Control Systems Specialist

System One; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 84,102 - 119,782; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Control Systems Specialist local to Everett, WA to support the design, construction, programming, commissioning, and operation of advanced test systems and experimental facilities.

In this role, you will work closely with engineers, technicians, operators, and project stakeholders to develop and maintain control and data acquisition systems used in research and development environments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands‑on training in electrical controls or related field.
• Five or more years working with industrial control systems, instrumentation, or test facilities.
• Experience wiring electrical panels from schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience programming LabVIEW and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, PIDs, and instrumentation drawings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels and instrumentation systems.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot LabVIEW-based control and data acquisition systems.
• Integrate instrumentation, sensors, valves, motors, and field devices into control systems.
• Support startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting in R&D environments.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, PIDs, and instrumentation drawings for installation and operation.
• Develop operator interfaces and data architectures for reliable monitoring and control.
• Document system details including wiring diagrams, layouts, I/O lists, and test procedures.
• Assist in developing control system specs from PFDs, P&IDs, and requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or equivalent hands-on training

Journeyman Electrician or related technical background

Tools

LabVIEW

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD

PLC programming

HMI programming

Ethernet/IP / Modbus / Profinet

Job description

Job Title: Control Systems Specialist
Location: Everett, WA
Type: Contract (yearlong)
Compensation: up to $74.00 per hour
Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40.0

Overview

System One is hiring a Control Systems Specialist local to Everett, WA to support the design, construction, programming, commissioning, and operation of advanced test systems and experimental facilities. In this role, you will work closely with engineers, technicians, operators, and project stakeholders to develop and maintain control and data acquisition systems used in research and development environments. Responsibilities will include designing and building electrical control panels, developing and troubleshooting LabVIEW-based control and data acquisition systems, integrating instrumentation and field devices, supporting startup and commissioning activities, and maintaining safe and reliable operation of test equipment. The strongest candidates will have extensive hands-on experience with industrial controls, instrumentation, electrical systems, and laboratory testing environments. Experience creating electrical schematics and control system layouts using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, wire, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels and instrumentation systems for laboratory and industrial test facilities.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot LabVIEW-based control and data acquisition systems.
• Configure and integrate instrumentation, sensors, heaters, control valves, VFDs, motors, and other field devices into control systems.
• Support startup, shakedown, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in an R&D environment.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PIDs, and instrumentation drawings to support installation, testing, and operation of systems.
• Develop user-friendly operator interfaces and data acquisition architectures that provide reliable monitoring and control of test systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, communications, and control system issues during installation, commissioning, and testing.
• Develop and maintain system documentation including wiring diagrams, panel layouts, I/O lists, calibration records, and test procedures.
• Assist in developing control system specifications from process flow diagrams (PFDs), process and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs), and engineering requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to automation, instrumentation, controls, testing, and data acquisition systems.
• Evaluate commercially available instrumentation, controls hardware, and data acquisition solutions for applicability and scalability.
• Demonstrate exemplary safety practices and foster a culture of safety in laboratory and testing environments.
• Support continuous learning and application of industry best practices to maintain the highest quality of system design, construction, and operation.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trustworthiness and integrity, communicate openly, display respect, and foster teamwork across multidisciplinary organizations.

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical certification, trade school training, military technical training, or equivalent hands‑on experience in electrical controls, automation, instrumentation, mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Five (5) or more years of hands‑on experience building, troubleshooting, commissioning, or maintaining industrial control systems, instrumentation systems, automated equipment, or laboratory test systems.
• Experience building and wiring electrical control panels from electrical schematics.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting National Instruments LabVIEW applications and data acquisition systems.
• Experience integrating instrumentation, sensors, heaters, VFDs, control valves, motors, and other field devices.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation, automation, electrical controls, or robotics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PIDs, and instrumentation drawings.
• Experience with common laboratory or industrial data acquisition hardware and software such as National Instruments systems.
• Field experience in startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, diagnostics, testing, and calibration of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, operators, and technicians with demonstrated results.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize work effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently to solve challenging technical problems and provide recommendations in a timely manner.

Preferred:

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD, or similar software for development of electrical schematics, panel layouts, and control system drawings.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profinet, or OPC.
• Experience designing or supporting UL508A control panels.
• Experience with SCADA systems, industrial automation platforms, or distributed control systems.
• Experience commissioning first‑of‑a‑kind equipment, prototypes, or R&D test systems.
• Experience with data acquisition and controls for complex engineering systems with large numbers of I/O signals.
• Experience supporting high‑temperature process systems or industrial testing facilities.
• Qualified Electrical Worker certification or equivalent training.
• Journeyman Electrician, Instrument Technician, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related technical background.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.