Automation Engineer, Controls
Core
Design, program, integrate, and commission automated manufacturing equipment and controls systems for defense platforms.
Role type
Automation Engineer, Controls
Builds
Automated manufacturing equipment, PLC-controlled systems, and factory floor machinery for defense applications.
Domain
Defense technology / Advanced manufacturing
Required skills
PLC programming, industrial controls systems, sensor/actuator integration, motion control systems, machine sequence development, safety system implementation, HMI development, electrical schematic reading, troubleshooting automation equipment
Preferred skills
Beckhoff TwinCAT 3, EtherCAT, industrial robotics integration, machine vision systems, OPC UA/MQTT, Git version control, machine safety standards (ISO 13849, NFPA 79)
Technologies
Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT, PLC, EtherCAT I/O, servo drives, industrial robots, machine vision, HMIs, OPC UA, MQTT, Git
Responsibilities
Design and program controls systems for automated manufacturing equipment; Configure Beckhoff IPCs, EtherCAT I/O, servo drives, and industrial networks; Develop machine sequences, interlocks, alarms, and fault handling logic; Integrate PLC-controlled equipment with robots, vision systems, and motion systems; Implement machine-safety systems including safety PLC logic and emergency stops; Develop HMIs for equipment operation and diagnostics; Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, motion, and networking issues on manufacturing equipment; Support FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, and production launch; Optimize machine sequences and OEE during production ramp.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
