Senior Controls Engineer (Exentec)

Exyte; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix seeks an experienced Senior Controls Engineer. This role involves designing equipment and automation solutions for industries such as semiconductor and aerospace. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, at least 10 years in electrical or controls engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD and PLCs. The position requires collaboration with diverse teams and project management skills, primarily onsite at the Exentec office.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical or controls engineering.
• 5+ years managing or leading development projects.
• Experience with PID control loops.
• Strong knowledge of UL, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design factory automation solutions for various industries.
• Prepare project cost estimates and timelines.
• Create ladder logic and user interface programs.
• Lead design review presentations with customers.
• Mentor junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Controls engineering

Project management

AutoCAD proficiency

PLC programming

Communication protocols knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Description

Discover your exciting role

Exentec is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join our team in Phoenix. This role is responsible for designing equipment and factory automation solutions across a wide range of industries, including semiconductor, medical, automotive, and aerospace. You will support projects from concept through production, working closely with customers, engineering teams, and vendors.

This position requires a self‑motivated professional who can manage multiple projects at various stages while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines. Work will be primarily onsite at the Exentec office, with regular visits to local customers and suppliers.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Prepare Phase Gate proposals, including project cost estimates and timelines for each phase.
• Develop concepts and design solutions for electrical and software automation, including calculations, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Create ladder logic and user interface programs based on sequences of operations defined by clients or internal engineering teams.
• Apply knowledge of electrical codes and specifications for designing, drafting, and manufacturing power distribution and control cabinets.
• Learn and apply industry‑specific codes and compliance requirements (semiconductor, food, medical, aerospace, etc.).
• Produce AutoCAD schematics, cable assemblies, and bills of materials based on design specifications.
• Lead design review presentations with internal teams and external customers.
• Mentor electrical and software engineers within the engineering group.
• Collaborate with supply chain and account managers to select components that optimize cost and lead time.
• Support Manufacturing during system builds to ensure adherence to design intent, customer specifications, and industry standards.
• Work with Field Service teams to provide onsite engineering support for installation, operation, retrofits, and repairs of Exentec‑designed systems.
• Design with cost, manufacturability, and testability in mind.
• Occasionally work outside standard business hours to meet project deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned

Show your expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical or controls engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing or leading development projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for designing schematics and cable assemblies.
• Strong experience with Allen‑Bradley and Siemens PLCs/HMIs; Visual Studio experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet, USB, Serial, DeviceNet).
• Experience with PID control loops for temperature, flow, pressure, and motion control.
• General understanding of UL, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards.
• Ability to design power distribution systems up to 480VAC and low‑voltage control panels.
• Hands‑on ability to analyze, debug, and implement corrective actions.
• Basic understanding of PCB design is a plus.

About Exentec
Exentec, a member of the Exyte Group, provides comprehensive solutions across the entire product lifecycle, leading through its innovative technology, engineering design services and delivering world‑class contract manufacturing services for the aerospace, defense, next generation telecommunications, medical and semiconductor industries.

Non‑Solicitation
We are not currently accepting third‑party agency candidates for this position. Any agency candidate submitted to any employee of Exyte, or its subsidiaries, may be contacted by Exyte, or its subsidiaries, without obligation to the third‑party agency.

Employment Sponsorship
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

EEO Statement
Exyte US, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to supporting an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex (e.g., pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Contact:

You want to be part of the Exyte team? We look forward to receiving your application!
For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Scott Belew via E‑Mail at [e-mail].

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