Startup Engineer

Broetje Automation-USA; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 70,720 - 89,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% 401(k) company match

100% paid healthcare coverage

Disability plan & group life insurance

3 weeks PTO + 13 holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/yr

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Broetje Automation is seeking a Startup Engineer in Everett, WA to provide electrical and controls engineering for new equipment and systems. You will be the internal SME for Siemens PLCs, HMI, and motion control, supporting system integration and diagnostics.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, travel up to 30% to customer sites, and a background in electrical design and robotics. On-site posting offers competitive wages and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred or technical certificate in mechatronics.
• Hands-on automation industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering support for new equipment and systems.
• Act as SME in control systems, integration, sensors, and electromechanical devices.
• Travel to customer sites for commissioning and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical design

Machine control

Robotics

Programming

System integration

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Mechatronics certificate

Tools

Siemens Step 7 PLC

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

CNC troubleshooting

Job description

Startup Engineer

Position available in: Everett, WA

Job Type: Full time

Positions Available: 1

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime
• 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
• 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Required Education

• BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, technical certificate in mechatronics, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools
• Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience

Desirable Experience

• Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
• Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
• Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems

Qualifications

• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
• Understanding of PLC programming languages
• Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
• Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.)
• Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
• Willing to travel to customer sites (30% travel expected)
• Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights
• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment
• Open to working overtime and weekend shifts

Job Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
• Maintain logs & written records of duties performed