Job Description
Sys Integration Discipline Spec Professional Career Level
Onsite: Santa Clara, CA
About the Job
Here’s what you’ll need:
DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:
Onsite: Santa Clara, CA
About the Job
- Duration: Long term Contract (possibility of extension)
- Location: - Onsite: Santa Clara, CA
- Pay rate: Hourly, depending on experience
- Job ID:24590
- We're seeking a Career level Controls Technician to join our team in Santa Clara, California who is excited to have the chance to work on projects enabling a semi-conductor production facility. Your primary responsibility will be designing, developing, and leading the implementation of complex industrial automation systems. This role involves advanced PLC programming, HMI/SCADA system design, system architecture, and full project lifecycle ownership from concept through commissioning. The role also provides technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and ensures high-quality, scalable automation solutions.
- • Design and develop advanced PLC programs using structured, modular, and scalable architectures
- • Lead development of HMI/SCADA systems with focus on usability, performance, and reliability
- • Architect full automation solutions including PLC, HMI, SCADA, networks, and field devices
- • Oversee system integration with databases, historians, and enterprise systems
- • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures and production issues
- • Manage system testing, validation, and onsite commissioning activities
- • Establish and enforce PLC/HMI programming standards and best practices
- • Review and approve electrical designs, control strategies, and system documentation
- • Collaborate with project managers, clients, vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams
- • Mentor and guide junior and intermediate engineers
- • Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and cybersecurity practices.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechatronics or related field with equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of experience in PLC/HMI programming or industrial automation
- Expert-level PLC programming skills across one or more platforms
- Proven experience leading automation projects and system commissioning
- Strong knowledge of control system design, electrical systems, and industrial processes
- Advanced experience with:
- o Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, ControlLogix)
- o Siemens (TIA Portal, S7)
- o Emerson (Machine Edition)
- Expertise with SCADA platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Cimplicity)
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, OPC UA
- Experience with motion control, robotics, and high-speed automation systems
- Familiarity with MES integration, databases (SQL), and IIoT systems
- Experience with safety PLCs and functional safety standards (SIL, ISO)
- Exposure to industrial cybersecurity practices
- This is an on-site position with work to be performed on the client site in Santa Clara, CA.
- After hours on-call support services are occasionally requested.
- Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidate.
- Requires field mobility including walking long distances, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces and lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Travel may be required.
- Must pass background check, drug screening and be fully authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship)..
DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:
- Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical/Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401 (K)
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Santa Clara, CA |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://www.datasoft-tech.com |
About Company
Incorporated in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. is a customer-focused consulting and staffing services organization that provides solutions across all disciplines of business, including Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, Professional, Consulting, and software development. Its staff augmentation and business solutions provide a flexible, integrated workforce available for contract to hire—or permanent placement—with companies in the private and public business sectors. The company serves a broad range of businesses in the automotive, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, media and entertainment, software and telecommunications industries.
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