Controls Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Controls engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and industrial automation across a seniority range from entry-level technicians through senior systems engineers. Phoenix, Tucson, and Chandler are the primary hiring metros, anchored by established employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Honeywell that maintain large engineering footprints in the state. The most sought-after specializations in Arizona listings include PLC programming, SCADA systems, and process control for semiconductor fabrication and advanced manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Competitive Salary
- PTO Program
- Nine (9) Paid Holidays!!
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!!
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Health Spending Plans
- Comprehensive Online Learning Center - houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!!
- 401(k) Retirement Savings - with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)
GET TO KNOW US:
FM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow. FM industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing and engineered thermal spray coatings. We provide customers leading edge support from protype to production.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This technical professional reports to the Engineering Manager. Responsibilities: apply standard engineering techniques to design, develop and maintain instrumentation or controls systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Multi-disciplinary position responsible for design, operation, installation.
- Electrical understanding of valves, limit switches and general hardware.
- Automates manufacturing processes through use of instrumentation or controls systems
- Develops new or modifies existing systems, interfaces or embedded controls
- Participates in setup and commissioning or new equipment or upgrading of current equipment
- Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendation of improvements
- Can build and layout electrical components.
- Provide continuous improvement to controls systems throughout plant
- Support engineering and maintenance for advanced troubleshooting
- Operate, upgrade and maintain data acquisition system hardware
- Create Schematics for new instrumentation
- Write procedures to address both routine tasks as well as off nominal troubleshooting steps
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or 2+ years of professional experience with instrumentation and controls systems with manufacturing in semi-conductor industry
- Experience in the following fields, robotics, automotive, communication systems or process type industrial systems
- Experience with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies
- Experience with Equipment sustainability and troubleshooting
- Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC)
- Experience with Electrical Panel builds, troubleshooting, installations
- Ability to interpret a variety prints and technical drawings.
- Experience designing test and automated systems
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:
- Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, sitting or standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or bending to the floor; use hands to finger, handle or feel parts and materials; reach with hands and arms and overhead; and talk and/or hear instructions and equipment sounds.
- Occasionally sitting or standing.
- Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.
- Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.
- Near acuity or accommodation required for reading instrumentation and documentation, dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.
- Ability to handle delicate parts.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:
- Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.
- Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
- High noise levels from operating machines.
- The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit).
- Approximately 80/20 office and shop floor environment.
- Low noise levels in office environment.
- High noise levels while working near operating machines.
- Physical hazards while working near moving equipment and mechanical parts.
- Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.
CULTURE:
At FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology. Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.
FM Industries Values:
- CUSTOMER FOCUS - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation
- SAFETY - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
- INTEGRITY - Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork
- QUALITY - Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
- ACCOUNTABILITY - Taking ownership of our words, actions and results
Give us your best and we’ll give you ours!
- Competitive Salary
- PTO Program
- Nine (9) Paid Holidays!!
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!!
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Health Spending Plans
- Comprehensive Online Learning Center - houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!!
- 401(k) Retirement Savings - with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)
GET TO KNOW US:
FM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow. FM industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing and engineered thermal spray coatings. We provide customers leading edge support from protype to production.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This technical professional reports to the Engineering Manager. Responsibilities: apply standard engineering techniques to design, develop and maintain instrumentation or controls systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Multi-disciplinary position responsible for design, operation, installation.
- Electrical understanding of valves, limit switches and general hardware.
- Automates manufacturing processes through use of instrumentation or controls systems
- Develops new or modifies existing systems, interfaces or embedded controls
- Participates in setup and commissioning or new equipment or upgrading of current equipment
- Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendation of improvements
- Can build and layout electrical components.
- Provide continuous improvement to controls systems throughout plant
- Support engineering and maintenance for advanced troubleshooting
- Operate, upgrade and maintain data acquisition system hardware
- Create Schematics for new instrumentation
- Write procedures to address both routine tasks as well as off nominal troubleshooting steps
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or 2+ years of professional experience with instrumentation and controls systems with manufacturing in semi-conductor industry
- Experience in the following fields, robotics, automotive, communication systems or process type industrial systems
- Experience with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies
- Experience with Equipment sustainability and troubleshooting
- Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC)
- Experience with Electrical Panel builds, troubleshooting, installations
- Ability to interpret a variety prints and technical drawings.
- Experience designing test and automated systems
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:
- Standing or sitting for extended periods of time, sitting or standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or bending to the floor; use hands to finger, handle or feel parts and materials; reach with hands and arms and overhead; and talk and/or hear instructions and equipment sounds.
- Occasionally sitting or standing.
- Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.
- Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.
- Near acuity or accommodation required for reading instrumentation and documentation, dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.
- Ability to handle delicate parts.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:
- Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.
- Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
- High noise levels from operating machines.
- The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit).
- Approximately 80/20 office and shop floor environment.
- Low noise levels in office environment.
- High noise levels while working near operating machines.
- Physical hazards while working near moving equipment and mechanical parts.
- Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.
CULTURE:
At FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology. Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.
FM Industries Values:
- CUSTOMER FOCUS - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation
- SAFETY - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
- INTEGRITY - Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork
- QUALITY - Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
- ACCOUNTABILITY - Taking ownership of our words, actions and results
Give us your best and we’ll give you ours!
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Controls Engineer Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Electrical Automation Services20E
- ENFRA2
- Fluidstack2
- Lucid Motors2
- Prime Controls2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controls engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs from Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms
- Proficiency with SCADA systems and HMI configuration in industrial or manufacturing settings
- Familiarity with semiconductor or aerospace manufacturing processes preferred by Arizona employers
- Professional Engineer licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration is a plus for senior roles
- Strong knowledge of NEC, ISA, and relevant industry safety and control standards
Controls Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controls engineer in Arizona?
A bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering is the standard entry point for controls engineer roles in Arizona. While Arizona does not mandate a state license for most controls engineering positions, senior or project-lead roles at aerospace and semiconductor employers often prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing Professional Engineer licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Building hands-on PLC and SCADA skills through lab coursework or internships at Arizona manufacturing firms strengthens any application.
How much do controls engineers make in Arizona?
Controls engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $108,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,950 for the lowest 10% to over $170,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire controls engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring controls engineers in Arizona right now include Electrical Automation Services, ENFRA, and Fluidstack, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's deep semiconductor and defense manufacturing base means large, long-established employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Honeywell are among the most consistent sources of controls engineering openings in the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most controls engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Goodyear consistently lead Arizona for controls engineer openings. Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs, including Chandler and Mesa, drive the bulk of demand through Intel's semiconductor fabs and a dense cluster of advanced manufacturing and defense contractors, while Tucson's concentration of Raytheon Technologies operations and University of Arizona research partnerships sustains steady hiring in that market.
Are there remote controls engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Controls engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline tied to physical equipment, so most roles require regular on-site presence at a plant, fab, or facility. About 23% of controls engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to focus on off-site system design, documentation, or software configuration rather than commissioning or maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a controls engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate or associate engineer programs at Arizona's major semiconductor and aerospace employers, where structured rotational programs exist for candidates without prior industry experience. Intel's college hiring program in Chandler and Honeywell's early-career engineering tracks in the Phoenix area are concrete starting points. Adjacent roles like maintenance technician, automation technician, or test engineer at these same facilities are common lateral entry points. Completing a Certified Automation Professional credential or building a portfolio of PLC ladder logic projects strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.
Where can I find and apply to controls engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to controls engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to each position through the listing.
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