Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer | Hybrid Opportunity

Join a growing automation team where you'll work directly alongside an Advanced level Controls Engineer on projects that improve manufacturing operations across multiple facilities. This role offers a hybrid schedule, providing flexibility to work remotely while staying engaged with hands-on controls, automation, and plant support activities.

What You'll Do

• Support PLC, HMI, and SCADA automation projects from design through commissioning
• Develop and troubleshoot Ignition SCADA applications, reporting, and controls systems
• Diagnose and resolve production issues while driving continuous process improvements
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on automation initiatives
• Gain exposure to full project lifecycles and modern industrial control technologies

What We're Looking For

• 2-5 years of industrial automation or controls engineering experience
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms
• Familiarity with Ignition SCADA and industrial manufacturing environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read electrical schematics
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing project responsibility

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arbuckle, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $45.67/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Arbuckle,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.