Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Control Engineer

Voxel Innovations; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Voxel Innovations Inc. in Knightdale, NC is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Control Engineer to develop PECM hardware and software, including control cabinets, sensors, and wiring for industrial automation.

You will own projects end-to-end—from Beckhoff TwinCAT controls to sensor integration and panel building—and work across software and hardware with hands-on commissioning.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• 3–10+ years of automation/controls experience
• Industrial electrical systems and panel design
• Sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition
• Programming for automation (PLC, structured text, or similar)
• Hands-on hardware experience (wiring, debugging, integration)
• Must be US citizen or permanent resident with valid I-551 card (green card) due to government contract requirements
• Submit a cover letter describing interest in Voxel and mission

Responsibilities

• Write software programs and state machines using Structured Text, Python, and SQL in Beckhoff TwinCat for PECM equipment
• Write robot code in Kuka Robot Language to automate industrial robots
• Leverage AI tools to support development, debugging, and documentation
• Electrical design, wiring, and troubleshooting of control cabinets
• Full hands-on ownership of automation hardware including analog circuitry and sensors
• Provide troubleshooting support to minimize downtime
• Integrate third-party hardware into control architecture
• Help create budgets and timelines for implementations
• Control software records and backups to ensure quality control

Skills

Python

Structured Text

SQL

Beckhoff TwinCAT

Kuka Robot Language

Electrical Design

Troubleshooting

Hardware Integration

Industrial Automation

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics

Tools

PLC programming

Sensing equipment

Instrumentation

Job description

Voxel is seeking anAdvanced Manufacturing Systems and Control Engineerto develop our advanced manufacturing equipment and processes.Voxel is a leader in Pulsed Electrochemical Machining (PECM), an advanced manufacturing process used to machine specialty metal alloys for aerospace, energy, medical, semiconductor, and other high-value applications. Our mission is to use PECM and related manufacturing technologies to supply critical parts to customers solving difficult engineering problems.

This position is full-time based in Knightdale, NC.

About You

We are looking for a self-motivated engineer who can take ownership of projects and work independently with minimal oversight from start to finish—including coding, wiring, commissioning, and safety circuit design. Candidates must possess a strong, balanced blend of software (Python, SQL, Structured Text) and industrial hardware expertise (wiring, electrical cabinets, sensors, analog circuitry, and signal noise). Pleasenote:pure software-only or PLC-only applicants who have not worked with physical industrial hardware and control cabinets are not a fit. Beckhoff is Voxel’s primary industrial control platform, so familiarity with Beckhoff TwinCAT is preferred but not required if applicants have a firm grasp of structured text, state machines, and other relevant industrial programming practices.

As a small business, the demands of this role shift with the phase of work. This role is focused on industrial and factory automation hardware, not pure software automation. You may spend time focusing on software development and process optimization, then transition to hands-on panel building, equipment installation, and robot commissioning. Applicants should be comfortable taking full ownership of projects and shifting across these responsibilities as the business requires.

You align with Voxel’s Core Values: Expect Excellence, Do Right By Others, Always Getting Better, What Would Happen If…

Job Description

• Writing software programs and state machines using Structured Text, Python, and SQL, predominantly in Beckhoff TwinCat, to run our PECM equipment. This includes multi-axis control, safety logic, database transactions, and sequencing with multiple elements.
• Writing robot code, predominantly Kuka Robot Language, to automate industrial robots
• Leveraging AI tools to support software development, debugging, and documentation
• Electrical design, wiring, and troubleshooting of industrial control cabinets
• Full hands-on ownership of industrial automation hardware: designing analog circuitry, managing signal noise, and integrating sensors into physical control systems.
• Providing hands-on troubleshooting support for production equipment, diagnosing and resolving electrical, mechanical, and software issues to minimize downtime
• Integrating third-party hardware including metrology equipment, sensors, and other instrumentation into the control architecture
• Helping create budgets and timelines for the implementation of the controls and electrical aspects of a given project.
• Controlling the software records, backups, etc. to ensure compliance with Voxel’s quality control requirements

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• 3 - 10+ years of relevant experience in automation, controls, or equipment development
• Industrial electrical systems and panel design
• Sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition
• Programming for automation (PLC, structured text, or similar)
• Ability to work hands-on with hardware (wiring, debugging, system integration)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• MANDATORY REQUIREMENT: Due to U.S. government contract requirements, all employees must be either a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid I-551 card (green card). Work Visas are not acceptable. Employment eligibility will be verified as part of the hiring process.
• Submittal of a cover letter describing why you are interested in working at Voxel and our mission.

Voxel is entering into an exciting, fast-paced growth phase of the business and you will have the opportunity to be a key contributor to creating an automated production environment. Voxel is a leader in Pulsed Electrochemical Machining (PECM), an advanced manufacturing process used to machine specialty metal alloys for aerospace, energy, medical, semiconductor, and other high-value applications. Our mission is to use PECM and related manufacturing technologies to supply critical parts to customers solving difficult engineering problems.

Training & Professional Development

We invest in our people. As a new hire, you will work closely with our senior engineering team to master Voxel’s proprietary electrochemical manufacturing processes. We value curiosity and technical aptitude; we provide the hands-on environment and mentorship necessary to build expertise in advanced manufacturing systems that aren't found anywhere else.

Why Join Voxel?

• Real Impact: You are building tangible products for the aerospace, medical, and energy industries. You see the direct result of your work.
• Innovation-Driven Culture: We align with our core values: Expect Excellence, Do Right By Others, Always Getting Better, and What Would Happen If…
• Comprehensive Support: We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off to ensure you and your family are supported.

Voxel Innovations Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The above job description does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment.