Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

El Camino Health; United States; On-site; USD 138,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

iRhythm Technologies, Inc. in Cypress, CA, seeks a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer to lead software and systems development for manufacturing automation, including PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and networking.

The role requires deep hands-on experience with industrial control systems and a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot automation solutions, support cybersecurity and data integration with MES/ERP, and mentor cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in automation engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial/Automation/Computer Engineering is required.
• Certifications (CAP, PLC programming certs, CCNA/Network+) are highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Automation Controls Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider).
• Develop and maintain control logic for manufacturing and industrial processes.
• Perform system integration and commissioning of automation equipment.
• Configure and maintain industrial networks and cybersecurity practices.
• Develop and maintain HMI screens and SCADA systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and document systems.

Skills

Control systems

Digital electronics

Analog electronics

Programming (C/C++, Python)

Ladder logic

Robotics and automation

Instrumentation and sensors

Networking protocols

Project mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial/Automation/Computer Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Wonderware

Job description

Career-defining. Life-changing. At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career

About This Role

iRhythm is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Automation and Controls Engineer to join iRhythm’s engineering team. This role is based at the Cypress, CA and will have responsibility for performing software and systems development solutions on all industrial automation projects related to manufacturing production assembly and packaging operations. This role will require software programming skills to develop, troubleshoot, and support automation controls, networking, HMI interfacing, and SCADA level systems. This position will be key technical player in supporting the software elements of automation at the manufacturing site. Our work environment is fast-paced, with a collaborative atmosphere. Most of all, we are passionate about delivering innovations that improve the quality of health care and the patient experience. We are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team today!

Responsibilities

• Automation Controls Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider).
• Develop and maintain control logic for manufacturing and industrial processes.
• Perform system integration and commissioning of automation equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for control system failures.

Networking & Communication

• Configure and maintain industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, OPC UA).
• Design and support industrial network architecture (LAN/WAN, VLANs, firewalls, switches, routers).
• Ensure cybersecurity best practices are implemented in control networks.
• Monitor and optimize network performance for automation systems.

HMI (Human-Machine Interface) Interfacing

• Develop and maintain HMI screens using platforms like FactoryTalk Optix, Ignition, or Wonderware.
• Integrate HMI systems with PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Provide training and documentation for operators and maintenance personnel.

SCADA Systems

• Design, implement, and maintain SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and control.
• Configure data acquisition, alarms, trends, and reporting features.
• Integrate SCADA with MES/ERP systems for data flow and analytics.
• Perform system upgrades and patch management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, IT, production).
• Maintain documentation including electrical schematics, network diagrams, and software backups.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies in industrial automation and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things).
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E).

About you

• Minimum of 8 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields is required: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering
• Knowledge in the following: Control systems, Digital and analog electronics, Programming (e.g., C/C++, Python, ladder logic), Robotics and automation, Instrumentation and sensors, Networking and communication protocols
• Certifications (Highly Recommended)

• Certified Automation Professional (CAP)– by ISA
• PLC Programming Certifications– from Rockwell Automation, Siemens, etc.
• CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA– for networking knowledge
• SCADA/HMI Training– vendor-specific (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, FactoryTalk)

Location

Orange County

Compensation

Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.

Estimated Pay Range $138,000.00 - $180,000.00

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives.

iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.

iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at [e-mail]

About iRhythm Technologies

iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.

Why Join Us

At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. Together, we are reimagining the way cardiac arrhythmias are diagnosed. We need curious problem solvers like you. With opportunities remotely, at our office, in manufacturing, and in locations across the globe, this is your chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.

Driving by Purpose

Cardiac health touches the lives of people all around us. Providing life-changing healthcare solutions that impact patients around the world drives us to bring our best every single day.

Growth Means Opportunity

We are growing rapidly. And with that growth comes a wealth of opportunities to learn and advance at iRhythm. The potential to deepen your impact, seek new opportunities, and advance your career is yours to pursue.

Build the Future

We are a boundary-pushing organization that values innovative thinking and impacts healthcare at a global level. The expectation is to think big and build the future you see for iRhythm, our patients, and yourself.