Senior Automation Engineer — Irvine Factory Controls

Prismatik; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Prismatik in Irvine, CA seeks a hands-on Senior Automation Engineer to design and build next-gen manufacturing systems. You will own control system architecture, develop automation software, and collaborate with mechanical engineers and build teams to bring complex machinery from concept to production.

You will write PLC, UI, and machine-vision software, design distributed control architectures, and ensure safety and standards compliance throughout development and deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of related experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of C/C++ programming.
• Proficient knowledge of PLC programming.
• Proficient knowledge of IEC 61131-3 Structured text and Ladder logic.
• Proficient knowledge of EtherCAT fieldbus.
• Proficient knowledge of UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards.
• Knowledge of MQTT, Ethernet and TCP/IP standards.

Responsibilities

• Writes all levels of software to drive designated machinery automation across PLC, UI and machine vision.
• Designs networking architecture for automated manufacturing processes.
• Prepares and writes HMI, FAT and SAT for machine deployments, fieldbus network, PLC programs as per IEC 61131-3 standard, and electrical schematics.
• Prepares application in alignment with safety standards as per OSHA, NFPA 79, UL 508A and related requirements.
• Designs and defines MQTT and control systems architecture for distributed automated manufacturing process.
• Leads the control system implementation efforts for manufacturing processes.
• Negotiates with vendors for the purchase of control systems hardware.
• Directs design in order to maintain compliance with relevant standards.
• Designs tests for various levels of development process and as needed; analyzes and interprets results.
• Performs analysis using simulation tools as needed; analyzes and interprets results.
• Collaborates with build team with hands on prototyping.
• Collaborates with Mechanical Engineers and build team.
• Creates necessary documents, and bill of materials for fabrication.
• Verifies correct function and performance of sub systems.
• Performs tolerance analysis for component selection.
• Diagnoses complex issues with machinery under development to determine and execute corrective action.
• Researches and maintains up to date knowledge on new technologies, software, processes, components, and suppliers.
• Applies DFMA principles to minimize product cost through design and process improvements..
• Participates with planning activities.
• Guides and serves as mentor to other team members; provides assistance on complex assignments.
• Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Ladder logic

Structured text

EtherCAT

MQTT

TCP/IP

Ethernet

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

UL 508A

NFPA 79

IEC 61131-3

Job description

Prismatik in Irvine, CA seeks a hands-on Senior Automation Engineer to design and build next-gen manufacturing systems. You will own control system architecture, develop automation software, and collaborate with mechanical engineers and build teams to bring complex machinery from concept to production.

You will write PLC, UI, and machine-vision software, design distributed control architectures, and ensure safety and standards compliance throughout development and deployment.