Engineering Jobs in El Paso

BEPC Inc. provides Specialized Engineering Solutions and IT Project Management services to Fortune 500 companies in the Life Science and Technology industries. BEPC Mexico, a division of BEPC Incorporated, provides and manages consulting services for Automotive and Medical device companies throughout Mexico and around the globe.

The Senior Automation & Controls Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of automated equipment and control systems. This role combines strong technical expertise in PLC-based automation, electrical and pneumatic systems, equipment validation, and project leadership within regulated manufacturing environments, preferably in the medical device industry.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES:

• Lead and manage electrical and control system projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Design, develop, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Keyence, Beckhoff, Schneider).
• Develop and implement HMI/SCADA applications (FactoryTalk View, Aveva Edge, Ignition, TIA Portal, etc.).
• Integrate VFDs, servo systems, motion control, robots (e.g., Mitsubishi), and machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, DataMan).
• Participate in the design and implementation of new automated equipment and capacity expansion projects.
• Execute and oversee Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), User Acceptance Tests (UAT/BUAT), and internal testing activities.
• Lead and support equipment validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) in compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.
• Ensure proper integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), when applicable.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation, including BOMs, electrical schematics, panel layouts, validation protocols, and reports.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and control systems.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Maintenance, and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership, delegate tasks effectively, and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, safety, and process optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements in regulated manufacturing environments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Strong expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens; others desirable).
• Advanced knowledge of electrical controls, schematics, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with servo systems, VFDs, motion control, and robotics integration.
• Experience in executing FAT, UAT, and equipment validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in automation and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Upper-intermediate to advanced English proficiency (written and spoken).
• Availability to work on a 2–3 month fixed-term contract.
• Authorized to work in the location where the position is posted. Be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid TN Visa.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong project planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience in warehouse automation, material handling, or the post/parcel sector.
• Knowledge of networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Serial).
• 3+ years of experience in regulated environments (medical device preferred).
• Experience with MES/WCS integration.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and ISO 13485.

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Stubbs Engineering is a leading Structural Engineering Firm known for its innovative designs and dedication to excellence. Focused on creating sustainable and efficient building solutions, we are proud to be at the forefront of the industry. We are currently seeking passionate and skilled drafting technicians to join our professional team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects as a Drafting Technician in our El Paso, TX office.

About You

As a drafting technician, you will play a key role in a collaborative team focused on the structural design of buildings. Working under general supervision, you will prepare a variety of construction documents, including foundation plans, framing plans, and detailed drawings. Your contributions will be critical in ensuring documents are accurate and complete, as you work closely with engineers to bring designs to life.

Core responsibilities include:

• Perform drafting and modeling tasks using AutoCAD and Revit with precision and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with engineers and design team members to translate concepts into detailed drawings and models.
• Ensure all drafting work complies with industry standards, codes, and project requirements.
• Create and revise construction documents, including plans, sections, and details.
• Organize and manage project documentation to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Conduct quality checks on drafted documents to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Education

• Associate degree in Drafting, nearing completion, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• A certificate in Drafting from a technical school may also be considered.
• Relevant coursework or drafting experience gained during high school will also be taken into account.

Skills & Experience

• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in using drafting software such as AutoCAD and Revit are essential.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to produce precise and accurate drawings and models.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with engineers and other team members to understand project requirements and convey technical information.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay updated with new technologies and advancements in drafting techniques.

Software Proficiency

As a modern engineering firm, we utilize a variety of software tools to enhance our productivity and service delivery. For this role, proficiency in the following software is highly beneficial.

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• Asana
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Profit sharing plan.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Vacation and sick leave allowances.
• Employee health plan.
• Professional development training and growth opportunities.

Physical Demands

This role requires the regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, as well as occasional visits to job sites that may involve navigating through rough terrain and climbing ladders. Reasonable accommodation can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Stubbs Engineering values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Software organization develops software applications, including integration and test on missiles, launchers, radars, naval systems, fire control and other complex systems.  Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensor, guidance, and flight control processing features to complete the mission.  The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the country, responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle.  Our 4000+ software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers.  Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology. 

As part of the Software Engineering Directorate’s (SWE) Effectors Center (EC) team, you will be an integral part of helping Raytheon further our vision to be the global leader in core and next-generation weapon and security solutions.  By any measure, Raytheon is an exciting and rewarding place to work.  We pride ourselves on developing mission-driven, world-class talent. The result is a workforce that takes pride in the company and consistently delivers superior solutions.

Our Principal Embedded Real-Time Software Developer/Integrator is a technical position that works in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment to architect, design, implement, test, debug, and deploy Software for Firmware (FPGA) and Hardware solutions that meet current and next generation autonomous avionics systems’ needs. Working with a cross-discipline team, the candidate must have experience developing, testing, and integrating software for edge or embedded devices and/or subsystems (like telecom, medical, IoT, automotive, or robotics) where hardware operation, time critical function, functional reliability, mission assurance, and safety might be major concerns.

The successful candidate will work with Product Owners, Chief Engineers, Management and other IPT members using Lean and/or Agile practices to ensure that embedded software is designed and developed to reliably operate toward the intended functions.

This position is within the Effectors Center of the Software organization, and is an onsite role located in Tucson, AZ.

What You Will Do

• Architecting, designing, implementing, testing, and debugging integrated embedded real-time software within heterogenous systems composed of firmware and hardware.
• Working within a cross-discipline team to define, refine, and improve product concept, implementation, testability, and guaranteed, measurable quality.
• Teaching, coaching, and mentoring less experienced staff.
• Contributing to proposals as well as preliminary and critical design reviews.
• Ability to obtain program access.

What You Will Learn

• Working across a product line in collaboration with other teams.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience including at least two of the following: Embedded C++ Software, Embedded Software Security, Software Architecture Design and implementation.
• Experience using embedded Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) (e.g., Green Hills, Integrity, Wind River VxWorks, Linux, etc.).
• Experience developing complex systems involving the integration of hardware, firmware, and software.
• Ability to obtain Interim Secret Level U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with rate monotonic theory, practice, and limitations.
• Familiarity with layered architectural principles, and their limitations.
• Familiarity with reading electrical schematics and relating it to software function.
• Familiarity with reading firmware source like VHDL or Verilog.
• Familiarity with assembly language in at least one processor/controller family.
• Experience using lab instruments like power-supplies, digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Experience with developing device drivers for bare-metal and/or OS applications.
• Experience leading engineering teams in delivering systems (of various size) involving the integration of hardware and software.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Offered Based On Eligibility

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• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  

• Location Information: This position is onsite at our campus in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Tucson has a friendly, caring, and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region, and recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.

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  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.

  The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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, and 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.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.

  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.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Configuration Management and Data Management (CMDM) organization is responsible for ensuring our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The CMDM Organization consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices, and our customers.

The Effectors Configuration Management department is looking for an individual to perform the role of Principal Configuration Analyst.

This position is Onsite in Tucson, Arizona. 

What You Will Do

• Lead Configuration Management Activities: Oversee execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting for systems and equipment, ensuring alignment with contractual and organizational requirements.
• Mentorship and Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide mentorship and guidance to CM team members while driving cross-functional alignment and implementing best practices across programs.
• Risk Assessment and Leadership Advisory: Lead CM-related projects, assess configuration risks, ensure compliance, and advise leadership on program readiness and overall configuration health.
• Proposal Development and Program Health Monitoring: Develop accurate Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for proposals and provide CM expertise during Gate and Milestone reviews to ensure program success.
• Change Management Implementation: Establish and enforce procedures for managing engineering document changes, representing CM in cross-functional implementation of common processes.
• Engineering Change Coordination: Review and analyze released engineering change data, coordinating updates between engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams.
• Audit Leadership and Compliance Assurance: Conduct and/or lead configuration audits, resolve data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and contractual obligations.
• Baseline Management and Data Integrity: Establish and maintain product baselines while ensuring data accuracy across systems and tools throughout the product lifecycle.
•  5Cross-Functional CM Support: Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support configuration and change control activities effectively.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience OR in lieu of a degree 9 years of professional experience in Configuration Management
• Experience with databases (SAP, ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, and/or other related databases).
• Experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Qualifications We Prefer

• General knowledge and understanding of configuration management principles using configuration management policies, procedures, and tools
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure data integrity and compliance with configuration management policies
• Ability to identify potential complex problems associated with technical engineering data, regarding configuration management issues, and take corrective action as needed
• Experience reviewing data and/or processing documentation/records

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

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.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Electrical Engineering (EE) Section of the Materials and Process Engineering Department is seeking an individual to fulfill the role of Senior Electronic Materials Failure Analyst. This position supports the EE section in its mission of performing electronic materials failure analysis and component evaluation.   The devices submitted for analysis range from simple passive devices to complex, custom microcircuits as well cables, connectors, magnetics and electro-magnetics. 

What You Will Do:

• The position requires knowledge of the materials of electrical components, including ceramics and glasses, metal wire bonding, component staking, conformal coating, and solder. 

• The position requires the ability to work through each step of an analysis, from initial evaluation, photo-documentation, electrical test, destructive testing and writing a final report that substantiates any failure conclusions.  

• The position requires being able to determine the root cause of failures using the available laboratory equipment.   This includes digital photo-documentation, various electrical component test equipment, Sono-scan, SEM-EDS, and various destructive techniques.

The Sr. Electronic Materials Failure Analyst job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University degree in Electrical Engineering or Material Science or Physics and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or An Advanced Degree in a related field and
  minimum 3 years experience

• Experience in electronic component failure analysis

• Experience in the analysis of microcircuits, active or passive electrical components.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of Government Component Documents i.e. MIL-STD, MIL-PRF, and MIL-HDBK specifications, and associated QPLs and QMLs. (MIL-STDs 750 / 883, MIL-PRF 38534, 38534, 19500, 1580 etc.)

• Knowledge of the testing of RF devices and interconnects

• Data collection and presentation skills to write a cogent report, supporting the analysis conclusion and if necessary present the data and findings 

• Ability to effectively work parallel analyses 

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite

• Familiarity with component data sheets and drawings

• Experience with electrical test equipment such as (DMM, Curve Tracer, Parametric Analyzers, etc.)

• Technical working knowledge of electronic component parts and their application

• Knowledge of reading electrical schematics and circuit analysis

• Advanced degree in aforementioned disciplines.  ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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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.

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.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.