What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Engineer position at Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group?
🚨 Hiring: Controls Engineer | Automation & Robotics
📍 Location: East of Reno, NV (Off USA Parkway)
🕒 Contract-to-Hire Opportunity
💼 TN Visa Candidates Highly Preferred
We are looking for a passionate and innovative Controls Engineer to join a fast-growing automation team focused on cutting-edge robotic and industrial automation solutions. If you enjoy building systems from concept to installation and thrive in a high-performance environment, we’d love to connect with you!
🔹 What You’ll Do:
• Design & build automation and robotic equipment
• Develop solutions from project concept through installation
• PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development & drive configuration
• Perform electrical design/layout, software programming & debugging
• Conduct machine acceptance testing and factory integration
• Work with advanced automation technologies and robotic systems
🔹 What We’re Looking For:
✅ Strong experience in EITHER PLC OR Robotics
👉 PLC Engineers:
• Must have experience with Siemens TIA Portal (1–2 years required)
• Experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA & industrial networking
👉 Robotics Engineers:
• FANUC robot programming experience required
• iRVision experience is a plus
🔹 Additional Skills:
• Sensors, Remote IO, Servos, VFDs, Machine Vision & Barcode Readers
• Industrial protocols: Profinet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT
• Experience with 6-axis robotic systems preferred
🎓 Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
✨ Why Join?
• Mission-driven and innovation-focused environment
• Opportunity to work on advanced automation projects
• Strong growth and long-term career potential
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture
📩 Interested candidates can apply or reach out directly for more details!