Automation Control Engineer II

Dish Network Corporation; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

EchoStar in Denver is seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Engineer to design and scale manufacturing systems, optimize PLC/HMI/SCADA controls, and lead end-to-end automation projects. You will create 3D CAD designs, test fixtures, and electrical schematics while collaborating with maintenance and production teams to improve throughput and product quality.

Candidates should have a BS in a relevant engineering field and 3–5 years of hands-on automation experience in manufacturing

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum Experience: 3–5 years in industrial automation, controls engineering, or automated manufacturing environments.
• Required Technical Skills: PLC/HMI/SCADA, sensors, instrumentation, and robotics; 3D CAD for controls and fixtures; Lean Manufacturing and SOEs/SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Designing and scaling industrial automation systems to reduce bottlenecks and downtime.
• Implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems with sensors and robotics to automate workflows.
• Create 3D CAD designs, control panel layouts, test fixtures, and electrical schematics.
• Develop standardized process documentation (SOEs/SOPs) and work with maintenance for preventive procedures.
• Leverage AI and predictive analytics to optimize equipment diagnostics and reliability.

Skills

Industrial automation

Controls engineering

3D CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks)

PLC/HMI/SCADA

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Systems/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Designing and scaling industrial automation systems requires continuous optimization to eliminate production bottlenecks, reduce equipment downtime, and lower manufacturing costs. Modern automated environments depend on complex integrations of PLC/HMI/SCADA controls, 3D CAD modeling, and advanced robotics across diverse business lines. This role solves critical manufacturing inefficiencies, establishes standardized operational procedures, and drives end-to-end deployment of semi- and fully-automated equipment to maximize throughput and product quality.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Design, validate, and optimize manual and automated manufacturing processes to improve cycle times, product quality, and throughput while minimizing downtime
• Implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems along with sensors, instrumentation, and advanced robotics to automate workflows across key business lines
• Create detailed 3D CAD designs, control panel layouts, test fixtures, and electrical schematics for automated equipment
• Develop standardized process documentation, including SOEs and SOPs, and collaborate with maintenance technicians to establish planned maintenance procedures
• Leverage AI tools and predictive analytics to optimize equipment diagnostic workflows, streamline CAD design iterations, and improve automated process reliability
• Lead intermediate-to-complex engineering projects from concept through deployment while ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring)

• Critical experience managing industrial automation projects, controls engineering initiatives, and process optimization programs
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS to design control systems and test fixtures
• Deep understanding of PLC, HMI, SCADA systems, industrial networks, sensors, motor controls, and continuous improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing
• Strong skills in technical writing, cross-functional team collaboration, mentoring junior engineering staff, and problem solving under minimal direction
• Practical AI Application skills to enhance data analysis, reporting, predictive maintenance modeling, and control sequence optimization

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Minimum Experience: 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or automated manufacturing environments
• Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 3 years of experience with:
  • PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems, sensors, instrumentation, and robotics
  • 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS for controls, fixtures, and schematic designs
  • Standard process documentation development (SOEs/SOPs) and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement techniques

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and work directly alongside manufacturing equipment for long periods
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and perform hands-on work with tools, control cabinets, and machinery
• Specific vision abilities required to inspect intricate components, interpret technical drawings, and perform detailed wiring or mechanical adjustments

Work Environment

• Split between an office setting and a dynamic manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, automated systems, and moderate noise levels
• May require working in non-temperature-controlled areas within plant environments

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $85,000.00/Year - $103,400.00/Year

Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.

EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to makeechostar.comandjobs.echostar.comaccessible to users. Please [e-mail] you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

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