Controls Hardware Standards Engineer

Position Information

Date Posted: 2026-01-16
Country: United States of America
Location: PW117: Michigan Remote, Remote City, MI, 49503 USA
Position Role Type: Remote
Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Up to 50% travel required

About Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up.

About the Role

The position's primary focus is the creation and validation of a centrally operational technology, controls hardware specification for all of Pratt and Whitney to utilize. After creation, this role will ensure compliance with all Pratt and Whitney sites as well as machine and system suppliers. The position will also create and implement standard deliverables and buy off procedures generated as part of the hardware specification and in alignment with all company and project automation goals.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Create and assist in the execution of standards related to controls hardware, including:
• Component list per application including supplier selection
  • Design and implementation validation
  • Standard control panel designs
  • Standard utility designs
  • Operational Technology network architecture
  • Standard engineering procedures and documentation
  • Standard best practices, integration procedures and documentation
  • Maintenance procedures and Life Cycle Cost calculations
  • Machine tagging standardization
  • Supplier hardware drawing approvals and review processes
  • Standardization of pneumatic safety circuits
  • Continuous improvement of controls hardware standards
• Interface with suppliers to understand potential supply chain constraints
• Support suppliers with the approval process for hardware design
• Apply expertise to technical problem resolution for current and future projects
• Influence parties within and outside of department at an operational level regarding policies, practices and procedures
• Assist as resource in the capital procurement process
• Provide expert-level understanding of controls standards and execution to all levels of the organization
• Communicate with business partners both local, remote, internally, and externally
• Communicate at all levels within RTX and Pratt & Whitney, as well as externally, tapping technical resources, forming teams and consulting with programs
• Meet all Environmental Health & Safety and Preventative Maintenance requirements associated with manufacturing development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Industrial electrical engineering, Computer/Software engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline and/or 5+ years of experience in automated systems specifically in manufacturing environments
• U.S. Citizen due to program requirements
• The ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Studio 5000 Logix designer, Factory Talk, RS Networks, AutoCAD, Eplan and MS Office Suite
• Strong communication, collaboration and team building skills; ability to connect with all levels of the organization
• Extensive experience with controls hardware design utilizing a broad range of components and architectures
• Extensive experience troubleshooting different component manufactures and applications
• Extensive experience with application of NFPA and NEC codes
• Experience with system software/PLC code development, HMI development

Work Environment

This role is designated as Remote. Employees operating in remote roles will work primarily remotely. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $86,800 USD - $165,200 USD

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

Additional Information

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.