TIA Portal Engineer

Actalent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a TIA Portal Controls Engineer to program, commission, and debug Siemens-based automation equipment from power-on to production release in Fremont, CA. The role emphasizes field wiring, I/O verification, safety system validation, and on-site collaboration with MES and vision systems.

Requirements include 6+ years of controls experience, Siemens TIA Portal expertise, ladder logic and structured text proficiency, and strong schematic reading (EPLAN/AutoCAD).

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on controls programming and commissioning experience on automation equipment.
• Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal for PLC and HMI programming.
• Strong experience with ladder logic and structured text programming languages.
• Ability to work in accordance with NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A standards.
• Working knowledge of ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA safety standards for industrial machinery and robotics.
• Experience with vision systems, including Cognex and Keyence.
• Ability to read, interpret, and redline electrical and pneumatic schematics using EPLAN or AutoCAD.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in controls and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for resolving controls and automation issues during commissioning and production.

Responsibilities

• Program and debug Siemens PLCs, HMIs, safety devices, servo drives, and robots from initial power-on through final validation.
• Commission automation equipment on site, including field wiring checkout and I/O verification, to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Configure and validate control-reliable safety systems in compliance with ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA requirements.
• Integrate automation equipment with MES, vision systems, and third-party hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues during buyoff, ramp-up, and production support.
• Support FAT/SAT testing to verify system safety and functionality.
• Review and update electrical/pneumatic schematics and deliver accurate as-built docs.
• Tune and validate process parameters for stable production handoff.
• Use Siemens TIA Portal to program, commission, and debug through production release.
• Apply NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A and ANSI/RIA 15.06 standards throughout design and commissioning.

Skills

Siemens TIA Portal

Ladder logic

Structured text

NFPA 79/NEC/UL 508A

ANSI/RIA 15.06 & OSHA

Vision systems (Cognex/Keyence)

Reading schematics (EPLAN/AutoCAD)

Electrical engineering degree

On-site commissioning

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: TIA Portal Controls Engineer

Job Description

The Controls Engineer programs, commissions, and debugs automation equipment from initial power-on through final validation and production release. This role focuses on Siemens PLCs, HMIs, safety devices, servo drives, and robots, and involves both in-house and on-site commissioning. The engineer configures and validates control-reliable safety systems, integrates equipment with plant-level systems such as MES and vision systems, and supports testing, buyoff, and production ramp activities. The position also requires updating electrical and pneumatic documentation and tuning process parameters to ensure a smooth handoff to production.

Responsibilities

• Program and debug Siemens PLCs, HMIs, safety devices, servo drives, and robots from initial power-on through final validation.
• Commission automation equipment on site, including field wiring checkout and I/O verification, to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Configure and validate control-reliable safety systems in compliance with ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA requirements.
• Integrate automation equipment with manufacturing execution systems (MES), vision systems, and third-party hardware.
• Troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues during equipment buyoff, production ramp-up, and ongoing production support.
• Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) to verify that systems meet functional and safety requirements.
• Review, redline, and update electrical and pneumatic schematics, and deliver accurate as-built documentation at project completion.
• Tune and validate process parameters to ensure stable, reliable operation and effective handoff to production teams.
• Use Siemens TIA Portal to program, commission, and debug automation equipment through production release.
• Apply relevant electrical and safety standards, including NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A, and ANSI/RIA 15.06, throughout design and commissioning activities.

Essential Skills

• 6+ years of hands‑on controls programming and commissioning experience on automation equipment.
• Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal for PLC and HMI programming.
• Strong experience with ladder logic and structured text programming languages.
• Ability to work in accordance with NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A standards.
• Working knowledge of ANSI/RIA 15.06 and OSHA safety standards for industrial machinery and robotics.
• Experience with vision systems, including Cognex and Keyence.
• Ability to read, interpret, and redline electrical and pneumatic schematics using EPLAN or AutoCAD.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in controls and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for resolving controls and automation issues during commissioning and production.
• Ability to support factory and site acceptance testing with a focus on safety, reliability, and performance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience commissioning automation equipment from initial power‑on through production release.
• Background integrating automation systems with MES, vision systems, and third‑party hardware.
• Familiarity with configuring and validating control‑reliable safety systems.
• Experience creating and turning over accurate as‑built documentation for electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to tune and optimize process parameters for stable production operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following industry codes and safety standards.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams during buyoff, ramp, and production support.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on‑site to commission and debug complex automation systems.

Work Environment

The role involves working with industrial automation equipment in both factory and customer site environments. You will regularly interact with Siemens‑based control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, safety devices, servo drives, robots, and associated vision systems such as Cognex and Keyence. Work includes time on the shop floor and at customer facilities during commissioning, field wiring checkout, I/O verification, and acceptance testing. The position requires close collaboration with engineering, production, and maintenance teams while adhering to NFPA 79, NEC, UL 508A, ANSI/RIA 15.06, and OSHA standards. The environment is hands‑on and project‑driven, with a focus on reliable system performance, safety, and thorough documentation from initial power‑on through production release.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $52.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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