Startup Engineer

Broetje Automation-USA; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% 401(k) company match

100% paid healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement program up to $10,000/year

3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Broetje Automation-USA is seeking a Startup Engineer to provide electrical expertise for system introductions. The position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $34.00 to $43.00 with comprehensive benefits including 100% paid healthcare and a 401(k) match. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in the industrial automation field.

Strong troubleshooting skills and a willingness to travel to customer sites (30% travel expected) are essential for success in this role. Join a leader in aircraft manufacturing automation and be part of exciting technological advances.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in industrial automation or equivalent role.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems.
• Willing and able to travel to customer sites for commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for new equipment.
• Be the internal expert on control systems and system integration.
• Travel for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.

Skills

Electrical design practices

PLC programming languages

Troubleshooting electrical control panels

CNC troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Technical certificate in mechatronics or equivalent

Tools

Siemens Step 7 PLC

Siemens TIA Portal

Precision measurement equipment

Job description

Job Title

Startup Engineer

Location

Everett, WA

Job Type

Full time

Positions Available

1

Company

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/year
• 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
• Experience troubleshooting electrical control panels
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
• Experience using precision measurement equipment (e.g., 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