Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer

The Structures Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 106,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking a Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer in Phoenix, AZ to design, develop, and test PLC-based control systems for aerospace/defense applications. You will lead projects, define requirements, and mentor junior engineers while working with Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact platforms.

Responsibilities include maintaining LabVIEW systems, creating robust specifications, and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of PLC programming across Emerson, Allen‑Bradley, and Phoenix Contact.
• Experience writing object‑oriented code using function blocks or add‑on instructions.
• Experience architecting and writing code from scratch for controls.
• 6+ years with LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET.
• US Person per ITAR.
• Knowledge of Git or TeamCenter for software configuration.
• SQL experience to structure and query databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and lead PLC programs for new and existing equipment.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers.
• Define control system requirements and develop detailed specifications.
• Maintain LabVIEW systems and adapt to evolving customer needs.
• Lead implementation and testing of new systems; troubleshoot code/electrical/mechanical issues.
• Program PLCs on Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact.
• Write object‑oriented code with function blocks or add‑on instructions.
• Architect and code control systems from scratch.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical control systems.
• Use LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET for development and testing.

Skills

PLC programming

LabVIEW

VeriStand

Python

.NET

Object-oriented

SQL

Git

TeamCenter

OPC/FBs

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Tools

Emerson PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Phoenix Contact PLC

Job description

JOB TITLE: Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer
LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
PAY RATE: $77.05-82.44/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
• Shift: 1st shift, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Architects, develops, and tests PLC programs for new and existing equipment using best practices and guidelines.
• Provides technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers.
• Defines controls system requirements and develops detailed functional specifications.
• Maintains and modifies existing LabVIEW systems to meet evolving customer needs.
• Leads implementation and testing of new systems including troubleshooting of code, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Performs PLC programming with multiple hardware platforms including Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact.
• Writes code using an object-oriented approach utilizing function blocks or add-on instructions.
• Architects and writes code from scratch for control systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical control systems.
• Uses LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET for control system development and testing.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of PLC programming experience with multiple hardware platforms including Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact.
• Must demonstrate ability to write code using an object-oriented approach utilizing function blocks or add-on instructions.
• Must have experience architecting and writing code from scratch.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical control systems.
• 6+ years of experience with LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET.
• Proven ability to work with minimal direction in a cross-functional team environment.
• Knowledge of software configuration tools such as Git or TeamCenter.
• Experience using SQL to structure and query databases.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense