Controls Engineer 2

• Location: Green Valley, Arizona
• Type: Contract
• Job #107766

Controls Engineer 2 - Autonomous Systems Testing & Validation


Location: Tucson, AZ

Work Arrangement: Full-Time Onsite

Schedule: 1st Shift

Contract Duration: 24 Months + Possible Extension

Pay Range: $44.00-$47.00 per hour

Benefits: Medical insurance, Dental Insurance, PTO, 401K.

Position Overview


We are seeking a Controls Engineer 2 to support the integration, testing, and validation of autonomous heavy equipment. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity focused on autonomous machinery in a real-world proving-ground environment.


The ideal candidate will have experience with vehicle testing, system validation, controls, troubleshooting, or complex electromechanical systems . This position will work closely with engineers, software developers, and equipment operators to execute testing, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and improve system performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update test and development plans for autonomous equipment.
• Perform hands-on testing and validation of autonomous machines and vehicle systems.
• Execute test procedures and analyze resulting test data.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, and software-related issues .
• Identify, document, and communicate issues discovered during testing.
• Prepare detailed test reports and provide recommendations based on test results.
• Collaborate with software developers, engineers, and equipment operators.
• Support integration and validation activities for autonomous systems.
• Work safely around large machinery in an outdoor proving-ground environment.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant engineering, testing, validation, or controls experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline , or equivalent experience testing/developing control systems, vehicles, engines, or autonomous technologies.
• Experience troubleshooting complex systems .
• Strong computer skills, including experience working in a Windows environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong time-management and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working hands-on with large equipment and frequently climbing on and off machinery while carrying necessary equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle, heavy-equipment, or on-machine testing and validation .
• Experience developing and documenting test plans and procedures .
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics .
• Experience with Linux or Ubuntu operating systems.
• Exposure to autonomous systems , including perception, planning, or positioning.
• Experience analyzing test data and using results to troubleshoot system performance.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary mechanical, electrical, controls, and software systems.

Work Environment


This is a 100% onsite position in Tucson, Arizona . The role involves hands-on work at a proving-ground environment that may be hot, dry, and dusty. Candidates should be comfortable working around large machinery and performing testing directly on equipment.


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