Controls & Process Automation Engineer
Core
Design, optimize, and maintain automation and control systems for optical fiber manufacturing processes including VAD, OVD, AVD, PCVD, preform production, and fiber draw operations.
Role type
Controls & Process Automation Engineer (Manufacturing)
Builds
Automated control strategies for deposition, consolidation, draw towers, coating, curing, and material handling systems
Domain
Optical fiber manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA/HMI systems, industrial networking, process optimization, troubleshooting, project management, electrical schematics interpretation, SPC, CAD tools
Preferred skills
Optical fiber manufacturing experience (VAD, OVD, AVD, PCVD), closed-loop control systems, predictive maintenance, equipment validation
Technologies
PLC, HMI, SCADA, motion control, industrial networks, historian platforms, CAD tools
Responsibilities
Design and modify PLC, HMI, SCADA, and motion control systems; Monitor and optimize draw-tower parameters (tension, diameter, coating, curing); Provide hands-on troubleshooting for electrical and automation issues; Lead automation projects from design to commissioning; Implement industrial communication networks and data acquisition systems
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
