System One · 1 day ago
Traveling Controls Engineer
Cranberry Township, PA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expSystem One is a leader in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. They are seeking a Traveling Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement industrial control systems for OEM manufacturing equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Develop PLC and HMI software programs from initial concept through deployment
Conduct factory and field testing to validate control systems against project specifications
Generate project documentation including programming records and system specifications
Meet project schedules and objectives by analyzing specifications, customer requirements, and milestone deliverables
Coordinate tasks with mechanical engineers, project managers, and electrical engineers
Complete assigned project deliverables on time and within scope
Monitor project budgets and schedules to ensure adherence to targets
Conduct post-project evaluations to identify process improvements
Travel to customer sites for commissioning, troubleshooting, and training (40–50% including international)
Design and specify new control architectures or integrate with third-party control platforms
Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations
Collaborate with project and sales teams to define machine functionality and user interface requirements
Work with project and manufacturing teams to resolve control system build issues
Review electrical schematics with customer personnel during installation phases
Manage multiple concurrent projects at various stages of development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
3–5 years of controls engineering experience in an OEM equipment manufacturer or automation integrator environment
Demonstrated ability to program PLC and HMI systems from scratch based on conceptual requirements (not limited to plant maintenance modifications)
Programming and troubleshooting proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs using Studio 5000 and RSLogix 5000
Experience with PanelView operator interfaces using FactoryTalk View Studio ME
Working knowledge of PowerFlex variable frequency drives
Hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude for diagnosing machinery and control system integration issues
Capability to work autonomously and as part of project teams
Understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control systems for industrial machinery
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally 40–50% of time
Preferred
Programming and troubleshooting experience with Siemens PLCs and Comfort Panel operator interfaces using TIA Portal
Experience with Siemens variable frequency drives
Programming and troubleshooting experience with Mitsubishi PLCs, operator interfaces, and VFDs
Familiarity with barcoding and RFID systems
Robot programming experience using Fanuc platforms
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Spending accounts
Life insurance
Voluntary plans
Participation in a 401(k) plan
Company
System One
System One is a professional staffing firms.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$301.8MKey Investors
TruistOaktree Capital ManagementProspect Capital Corporation
2021-01-28Debt Financing· $290M
2020-12-08Private Equity
2016-09-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Troy Gregory
Chief Executive Officer
Dan Moran
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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