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Controls Hardware Design Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Emtech

Robotics Hardware Technician 4 - Spokane

Spokane, WA · On-site

$44 - $57.57/hr

... controls, and manufacturing teams. * Align daily technician tasks with critical project milestones ... Mentor and coach staff, performing rigorous design reviews to ensure technical excellence and ...

Emtech

Robotics Hardware Technician 4 - Spokane

Spokane, WA · On-site

$44 - $57.57/hr

... controls, and manufacturing teams. * Align daily technician tasks with critical project milestones ... Mentor and coach staff, performing rigorous design reviews to ensure technical excellence and ...

Softworld, a Kelly Company

Sr. Controls Engineer

Spokane, WA · On-site

$98K - $129K/yr

... hardware online, running experiments, and supporting systems through deployment. What You'll Be Doing: * Design, implement, deploy, and debug robotic motion-control systems * Develop controls for ...

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Barry-Wehmiller Companies

Controls Engineer IV

Spokane, WA · On-site

$102K - $152K/yr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Design and develop complex electrical engineering and ... both hardware and software systems, for new/existing machines, options or configurations. • ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Controls Engineer IV

Spokane, WA

$102K - $152K/yr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop complex electrical engineering and ... Performs, plans, and schedules control systems development, including both hardware and software ...

Paper Converting Machine

Controls Engineer IV

Spokane, WA · On-site

$102K - $152K/yr

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Design and develop complex electrical engineering and ... Performs, plans, and schedules control systems development, including both hardware and software ...

WAGSTAFF INC

Electrical Engineer - R&D

Spokane Valley, WA · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

... hardware and software development * Automation control system and control panel design * NEC ... Gain detailed technical understanding of casting equipment and processes controls to become a ...

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Wagstaff Inc

Electrical Engineer - R&D

Spokane Valley, WA · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

... hardware and software development * Automation control system and control panel design * NEC ... Gain detailed technical understanding of casting equipment and processes controls to become a ...

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How much do controls hardware design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for controls hardware design in Spokane, WA is $93,115.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,400.00 and $105,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Controls Hardware Design vs Controls Systems Engineer?

AspectControls Hardware DesignControls Systems Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and developing control hardware componentsDesigning and integrating control systems and software
CredentialsElectrical engineering degree, hardware certificationsElectrical/software engineering degree, control system certifications
Work EnvironmentHardware labs, manufacturing facilitiesControl room, software development labs
Industry UsageManufacturing, automation, roboticsIndustrial automation, process control, systems integration

Controls Hardware Design focuses on creating the physical control components, while Controls Systems Engineer works on the overall control system integration, including software. Both roles often collaborate but differ mainly in their scope and technical focus.

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Infographic showing various Controls Hardware Design job openings in Spokane, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,115 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Robotics Hardware Technician 4 - Spokane

Emtech

Spokane, WA • On-site

$44 - $57.57/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Role: Robotics Hardware Technician IV
Job Summary:
The Senior / Lead Robotics Hardware Technician / Support Engineer is a leadership role responsible for defining the system-level hardware architecture for major product lines. This position drives the technical direction of hardware projects from concept to production, mentors the hardware team, and establishes organization-wide standards for reliability and validation.
Ideal Candidates: The ideal candidate should be comfortable with travel 10% of the time and have prior experience with hand tools and basic power tools.
Responsibilities:
  • Define and own hardware architecture for complete robots or major product lines (actuators, sensors, power, safety, interfaces).
  • Make key trade-off decisions among performance, cost, and reliability to meet business objectives.
  • Lead multi-phase hardware projects from concept to production, owning the entire project lifecycle.
  • Set technical direction, schedules, and milestones while coordinating across mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams.
  • Align daily technician tasks with critical project milestones to ensure effective resource utilization.
  • Inspire respect and motivation within the team by ensuring all members are aligned on high-level goals.
  • Champion Agile methodologies and utilize software relevant tools to streamline lab and engineering operations.
  • Lead the implementation of robust QA/QC and issue-tracking processes.
  • Define and oversee advanced analyses, including FEA (Finite Element Analysis), tolerance stackups, and reliability modeling.
  • Establish system-level validation plans, including worst-case operating scenarios and regression tests.
  • Create hardware standards, libraries, and best practices to guide the work of Tech I-III staff.
  • Sponsor exploratory efforts to evaluate and integrate new hardware technologies.
  • Mentor and coach staff, performing rigorous design reviews to ensure technical excellence and safety.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, respect, safety and ownership within the engineering pool.
  • Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders to prevent silos and ensure alignment.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in technical communication by writing comprehensive SOPs and maintaining accurate project documentation.
  • Actively support and integrate into the company culture by consistently upholding its core values, purpose, and mission
  • Exhibits behaviors that reflect a commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and high performance to achieve client and company goals
  • Participates in on-site meetings and training as needed

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in robotics hardware design, systems architecture, or a related high-tech field
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time between Seattle and Spokane. (Please do not use this as a dis-qualifier. If you believe you have the right skillsets, we do have other opportunities and positions we would love to talk to you about.)
  • Proven experience serving in previous leadership capacities
  • Expert-level knowledge of robotic systems architecture and full-lifecycle product development
  • Proficiency in FEA and reliability analysis
  • Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage complex workflows
  • Proficiency in using Solidworks (CAD) software for design and analysis
  • Advanced ability to read and interpret technical and electrical schematics
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to justify technical decisions to stakeholders
  • Strategic thinking skills for developing and maintaining long-term product roadmaps
  • Ability to work independently as well as lead and contribute to a cohesive team environment
  • Ability to follow instructions from an engineer or supervisor precisely and consistently
  • Possess a friendly and collaborative demeanor to work effectively as part of a team
  • Possess strong initiative, reliability, and common sense
  • Demonstrated work ethic and a history of reliable attendance
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and shifts to meet company demands and client deadlines
  • Ability to stand or remain on your feet for long periods of time
  • Ability to remain mobile throughout labs and various workspaces
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted and without accommodation
  • Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship
  • Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background check

Benefits:
  • Employer pays 60% premiums of Health/ Dental/ Vision Insurance for employee and dependents
  • Access to supplemental plans such as GAP, Disability, Accident, Whole Life, Identity Protection & more
  • Paid leave and paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching (up to 4%)
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Supportive environment & company hosted events

At Emtech, we are committed to a welcoming and accepting workplace for all our employees and applicants. We base employment decisions on qualifications, merit and in accordance with federal, state and local law requirements. We encourage all employees to actively contribute to a workplace culture that honors, respects, and uplifts one another. Together, we can create an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.

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