Controls Engineer
Company Description SARACA is a global engineering R&D services company serving 25+ Fortune 500 customers across MedTech, Aerospace, Rail, Automotive, Semiconductor, Defense, and Farm industries. The company is ISO 13485 certified and has extensive experience in designing and developing next-generation medical devices, including embedded software, UI/UX, mechanical, systems, and product testing. SARACA offers specialized expertise in IEC 62304, EU MDR, and a wide range of scientific and regulatory documentation for the MedTech sector. With a technically strong team of 400+ engineers and management consultants, SARACA delivers solutions to complex business and engineering problems worldwide. The organization promotes an inclusive, innovation-driven culture and is committed to helping customers accelerate growth and leadership in their markets.Role Description This is an on-site, contract role for a Controls Engineer based in Norton, MA. The Controls Engineer will design, program, and implement control systems for industrial equipment and automated machinery, including troubleshooting and optimizing existing systems. Daily responsibilities include developing control logic, configuring PLCs and motion controllers, integrating robotics and automation components, and collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure system reliability and safety. The role also involves diagnosing and resolving control system issues, supporting root-cause analysis, creating technical documentation, and assisting with commissioning and validation activities. The Controls Engineer will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to improve process performance, maintain compliance with relevant standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.Key Responsibilities:• Support, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance Rockwell automation systems• Manage FactoryTalk View SE, FactoryTalk Batch, and PLC environments• Perform system monitoring, maintenance, and issue resolution• Execute small-scale modifications and enhancements• Develop and update technical documentation, SOPs, and design specifications• Support GMP-compliant manufacturing operations• Collaborate with engineering, operations, validation, and quality teams• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards Required Skills:✔ Rockwell PLCs✔ FactoryTalk View Studio✔ FactoryTalk View SE✔ FactoryTalk Batch✔ GMP-regulated Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing✔ Troubleshooting & Support of Manufacturing Automation SystemsPreferred Skills:✔ OSI PI✔ Rockwell PlantPAx✔ DeltaV Batch✔ Process Automation & Batch Manufacturing✔ System Maintenance & Continuous Improvement