Automation and Controls Engineer

4 days ago


Redondo Beach, California, United States Impulse Space Full time

At Impulse Space, we're seeking a skilled Senior Automation and Controls Engineer to join our team. With a strong background in industrial automation and controls engineering, you'll design and commission industrial machinery and systems for R&D, test, and production.

Job Overview

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a fast-paced, agile team and contribute to the development of innovative solutions. As a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer, you'll be responsible for owning all aspects of equipment design from concept to commissioning, including generating necessary schematics and programming PLCs.

We're looking for an experienced professional with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and 5+ years of professional work in manufacturing/test/R&D. You should have demonstrated experience working with PLC systems, control systems/industrial machines, and industrial safety systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and commission industrial machinery and systems for R&D, test, and production
  • Own all aspects of equipment design from concept to commissioning
  • Generate necessary schematics and program PLCs in TwinCAT
  • Select application-specific hardware (circuit protection, VFDs, motion systems, robots)
  • Develop HMIs that are easy to use, functional, and can be used for diagnostics & troubleshooting
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field
  • 5+ years of professional work in manufacturing/test/R&D
  • 4+ years demonstrated experience working with PLC systems
  • 4+ years demonstrated experience working on control systems/industrial machines
  • 2+ years demonstrated experience working on industrial safety systems
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Object-oriented programming in structured text per IEC 61131-3
  • Schematic design with EPlan
  • 3D control panel design with EPlan ProPanel
  • Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
Compensation

The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 per year, depending on location and level of experience. In addition to base salary, full-time employees may also be eligible for long-term incentives and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.



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