Controls Engineer I

Array Technologies; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Wellness programs

Benefits aligned with local markets

Job summary

Array Technologies is seeking a Controls Engineer I to advance clean energy solutions. This role includes developing PLC-based control systems, contributing to solar tracker innovations, and troubleshooting existing systems.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences, experience in PLC programming, and strong analytical skills. Join a fast-paced environment dedicated to renewable energy technologies!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, or other Natural Sciences required.
• Exposure to or experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
• Basic understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC‑based control systems.
• Contribute to the development of new control systems for solar tracker products.
• Support prototype development, field testing, and system commissioning.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

C/C++ programming

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Natural Sciences

Tools

Modbus

Python programming

HMI systems

SCADA systems

Job description

Controls Engineer I

Job Summary

As the Controls Engineer I you will play a key role in advancing the clean energy revolution.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC‑based control systems and related automation components.
• Contribute to the development of new control systems for solar tracker products.
• Implement new algorithms and features into existing controller and PLC platforms.
• Develop and maintain control logic, industrial communications, and field device integration for tracker systems.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to deploy, validate, and test control systems, PLC programs, software, and new features at operating solar sites.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve failures involving PLCs, control‑system hardware, field devices, and software components.
• Support prototype development, field testing, system commissioning, and performance evaluations.
• Create and maintain documentation including test procedures, technical reports, electrical schematics, and control‑system documentation.
• Report project status, technical findings, and progress updates regularly to the hiring manager and program managers.
• Travel occasionally to support field deployments, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, or other Natural Sciences required.
• Exposure to or experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with ladder logic programming and industrial control concepts.
• Basic understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus.
• 2+ years in programming in C/C++.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly in a fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming, testing, and troubleshooting PLC‑based control systems.
• Familiarity with ladder logic, structured text, or other industrial control programming methods.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, RS‑485, or Ethernet‑based industrial networks.
• Python programming.
• Experience with HMI or SCADA systems is a plus.
• Interest in renewable energy technologies and utility‑scale solar systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, smaller company environment.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, benefits and wellness programs that align with the local markets where we do business.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Array Tech, Inc. offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.