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Automation and Controls Engineer

Impulse Space
Redondo Beach$105k–185kOn-site6mo ago
Employment
Full-time

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Own all aspects of equipment design from concept, requirements, and commissioning 
  • Generate necessary schematics and for electrical and fluid systems in EPlan to required standards 
  • Write and debug software for PLCs in TwinCAT that is maintainable and scalable 
  • Programming of various industrial controls hardware (VFDs, motor starters, PLCs, etc.) 
  • Selecting of application specific hardware (circuit protection, VFDs, motion systems, robots, etc.) 
  • Development of HMIs that are easy to use, functional, and can be used for diagnostics & troubleshooting 
  • Work with end users for end users to ensure equipment meets design intent 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field 
  • 2+ years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R&D) 

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Familiarity of PLC systems 
  • Object oriented programming in structured text per IEC 61131-3 
  • Industrial Safety 
  • Schematic design with EPlan 
  • 3D Control panel design with EPlan ProPanel 
  • Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems 
  • Understanding of ISO 13849, ANSI B11, or IEC 61508 safety standards 
  • Knowledge of UL508A, NFPA 70, NFPA 79 standards 
  • Familiarity with industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, Profinet, IO-Link, etc. 
  • Work with external vendors and manufacturers for sourcing hardware and solutions 
  • Experience with hazard risk assessments and mitigation plans 
  • Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed 

Perks & benefits

  • 401k
  • Dental Insurance
  • Equity Compensation

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