Irvine: Entry-Level Controls Engineer—PLC/SCADA

Tetra Tech, Inc.

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Tetra Tech Digital Systems is seeking an entry-level Controls Engineer I to support the design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of industrial automation and control systems. This role is ideal for recent engineering graduates or early-career professionals interested in controls, automation, SCADA systems, PLC programming, and industrial networking.

Based onsite in Irvine, CA, you will join a collaborative team, gain hands-on experience across project phases, and

Qualifications

  • Preferred disciplines: Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation, or related field.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Interest in industrial automation, process control, and systems integration.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement PLC and HMI applications.
  • Support SCADA system development and integration.
  • Assist with industrial network and IT/OT infrastructure design.
  • Support low-voltage control panel design and development.
  • Participate in system testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and client site support.
  • Develop project documentation and engineering deliverables.
  • Collaborate with project teams to deliver quality, safe, and reliable solutions.

Skills

Strong communication
Teamwork
Industrial automation
SCADA systems
HMI design

Education

Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming
SCADA
Industrial networking

Job description

Tetra Tech Digital Systems is seeking an entry-level Controls Engineer I to support the design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of industrial automation and control systems. This role is ideal for recent engineering graduates or early-career professionals interested in controls, automation, SCADA systems, PLC programming, and industrial networking.

Based onsite in Irvine, CA, you will join a collaborative team, gain hands-on experience across project phases, and

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