Automation Configuration Engineer (ETO) (PSP)

Veeco Instruments Inc.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 95,943 - 140,716; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. is seeking an Automation Configuration Engineer in Horsham, PA, responsible for managing configuration logic of automation systems and ensuring they meet customer requirements. This role involves translating technical schematics into production-ready configurations and requires a Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of hands-on experience in automation systems and is comfortable working on-site. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience configuring or programming automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control documentation.
• Willingness to work onsite 3-5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Translate electrical and plumbing schematics into configuration files.
• Resolve complex system issues escalated from Manufacturing or Field Service.
• Improve configuration architectures and scripting templates.

Skills

Automation scripting

Control systems

Troubleshooting I/O and sensors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

PLC or PC-based control systems

Job description

Automation Configuration Engineer (ETO) (PSP)

Location: US - PA - Horsham

Requisition ID: 19976

About Veeco: We build cutting‑edge machines that enable high‑speed wireless communication, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, gaming, and more. Our technology is integral to everyday devices, cloud services, and the modern digital infrastructure. We partner with top technology companies worldwide to solve complex material science challenges and deliver sustainable, high‑quality solutions.

Overview

Veeco’s Precision Surface Processing tools are delivered with highly customized automation that directly impacts yield, uptime, and time‑to‑qualification. As an Automation Configuration Engineer you own the configuration logic that translates electrical and fluid designs into reliable, production‑ready systems on aggressive manufacturing timelines. Your work ensures that every tool behaves exactly as the customer expects—both in the factory and in the field—across Veeco’s advanced wet wafer processing platforms. Based in Horsham, PA, this role sits at the intersection of engineering design, manufacturing execution, and customer delivery, shaping how Veeco’s PSP systems perform in high‑volume semiconductor environments.

Responsibilities

• Translate electrical and plumbing schematics into configuration files and automation scripts that define how each system operates in production.
• Own configuration changes during build and test, diagnosing root cause across software, electrical, and mechanical interfaces and implementing corrective updates.
• Resolve complex system issues escalated from Manufacturing, Field Service, or Product Support, including direct customer interaction when needed.
• Evaluate customer requirements during pre‑quote and order phases, identifying configuration impacts and risks early.
• Improve configuration architectures and scripting templates to reduce development time, error rates, and rework.
• Develop and maintain application installation and imaging scripts used across Manufacturing, Field Service, and customer sites.
• Execute software unit and system‑level testing to validate configurations before release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, highly preferred.
• Minimum High School Diploma (or equivalent); related practical experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience configuring or programming automation systems in a manufacturing or capital equipment environment.
• Demonstrated experience with PLC or PC‑based control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control documentation.
• Willingness to work onsite 3‑5 days per week in Horsham, PA.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience developing automation scripts using ladder logic, function block, or structured text.
• Skilled in configuring and troubleshooting I/O, sensors, actuators, and basic motion systems.
• Diagnoses system‑level issues by correlating software behavior with electrical and mechanical states.
• Comfortable working in deadline‑driven manufacturing environments where configuration accuracy is critical.
• Effective at explaining technical issues and solutions to manufacturing, service, and customer stakeholders.
• Administrator‑level proficiency with Microsoft Windows systems.
• Semiconductor or advanced packaging equipment experience is a strong advantage.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $95,943‑$140,716, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco, we encourage you to apply or email your resume to [e-mail].

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.