Automation & Controls Engineer San Carlos, CA

CelLink Corporation; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is revolutionizing the transmission of power and data. As part of a dedicated team, you'll engage in designing and developing flexible circuits that enhance performance while contributing to a cleaner environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects in a dynamic atmosphere where your contributions will significantly impact future mobility solutions. If you're passionate about automation and controls engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect position for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career while being part of an inclusive and innovative culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Employee stock option plan

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in Automation & Controls Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems and data integration.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering of automation and controls on equipment.
• Develop software for data collection and analytics.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and engineer solutions.

Skills

Advanced control system engineering

Programming in C#

Programming in Python

SQL

Expert troubleshooting of automated systems

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

BS in computer engineering

BS in software engineering

BS in mechatronics engineering

BS in robotics

Tools

Beckhoff PLCs

SCADA systems

FANUC equipment

Job description

Power and data have been moved for the same way for over 100 years.

This is a new day. At CelLink Corporation, our Team Members are designing, developing, and manufacturing flexible circuits that fundamentally change the transmission of power and data. Lower weight, higher performance, smaller volume, and lower overall system price all drive toward CelLink’s goal of a cleaner environment and more affordable technology.

One of the best measures of a company culture is how each team member feels on Sunday afternoon about going to work on Monday morning. At CelLink, we are electrified at the prospect of contributing to a technology that is and will be changing mobility for a cleaner and brighter future. We work with very dedicated people on challenging projects that change everyone’s future for the better. If you are eager to create, learn and apply your knowledge, we are looking forward to you joining us on our electrifying mission.

Please have a look at our current openings:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Support the engineering of automation and controls on new and existing equipment.
• Integrate a wide range of controls components such as PLCs and/or SCADA systems, motion controllers, machine vision systems, heater controllers, web edge guiding and steering mechanisms, pneumatic actuators, encoders, force sensors, thermocouples, analog devices, and various location, distance, and material presence sensors.
• Support electrical control box engineering, standards compliance, assembly, modification, and documentation upkeep.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain revision control of electrical and software changes on large tool sets where the hardware and software must be copied exactly.
• Develop software to collect data for batch computation and data analytics.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify machine functionality and reliability.
• Provide timely and accurate project status, documentation, and training.
• Troubleshoot down equipment, including finding the root cause of failures and engineering solutions to correct them.
• Work closely with equipment vendors throughout all phases of a project’s development on controls and software requirements and related issues.
• Support factory expansion efforts, including vendor acceptance testing, equipment commissioning and process qualification.
• Live the company culture of integrity, teamwork, self-discipline and professional competence.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience/Education

• BS in computer engineering, software engineering, mechatronics engineering, robotics, or similar field;
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in Automation & Controls Engineering or similar field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Advanced control system engineering and programming of complex process tools and automation primarily using Beckhoff PLCs in structured text, Windows and Linux PC’s, C#, Python, and SQL.
• Experience with FANUC equipment and automation.
• Expert level troubleshooting of all facets of automated systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing executions systems including direct experience integrating equipment data streams into factory information databases.
• Advanced knowledge of process control and implementation of real time data acquisition.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to influence others and collaboratively gain consensus using supportive data.
• Ability and willingness to work hands-on.
• Ability to travel 10%.
• Fluency in spoken and written Mandarin is desired.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Working Conditions/Hours

Physical Demands – Office and Manufacturing Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms and pull/push; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Includes both a typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues, and a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels from operating machines, physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and skin exposure to chemicals used to run/maintain machines.

PPE

May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump-caps, gloves, hair nets, masks, & clean-room frocks while adhering to the prescribed safety procedures.

The base pay is just one part of CelLink's total compensation package and is determined within a range. The pay range is designed to support your career progression as you learn, grow, and develop within your role. Your base pay range will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At CelLink, we believe that each employee should have the opportunity to become a CelLink shareholder through participation in CelLink's discretionary employee stock option plan. You'll also receive comprehensive medical and dental coverage and other great benefits.

Note: CelLink benefits, compensation, and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

$95,000 — $145,000 USD

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. CelLink participates in the E-Verify program in specific locations as required by law.

CelLink was founded in 2012 and entered volume production in 2018. CelLink provides electrical systems to the world's leading EV manufacturers, traditional automotive OEMs, and tiered suppliers. The company has raised approximately $315M in funding through private investment and multiple grants from the US Department of Energy. CelLink’s investors include 3M, Atreides, BMW, BorgWarner, Bosch, D1 Capital, Fidelity, Fontinalis Partners, Ford, Franklin Templeton, Lear, Park West, SK Telecom, Standard Investments, T. Rowe Price, Tinicum, and Whale Rock.

This role is based on-site in our manufacturing facility. Will you be able to commute or relocate to the San Carlos, CA area?

Will you need to relocate for this role?

Are you eligible to legally work in the United States for any employer?

Do you now or will you in the future require Visa sponsorship/work authorization to remain legally employed in the US?