Equipment Controls Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA
Full-time
San Carlos, California
$85,000-$140,000/K
Posted on 2 months ago

Job Description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a skilled Equipment Controls Engineer to develop, commission, and improve manufacturing equipment for next-generation eVTOL powertrain technologies. The role involves designing and integrating control systems in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safe and reliable equipment operation.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems
  • Develop and optimize control logic for manufacturing systems
  • Integrate equipment with MES systems
  • Build and support LabVIEW-based test stands
  • Develop and maintain vision-system-based inspection machines
  • Support equipment for power electronics, motors, and battery systems
  • Interpret machine behavior and sensor data
  • Participate in equipment commissioning and troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Document software and machine logic

Requirements

  • 4–6 years of experience as a Controls Engineer
  • Strong PLC programming proficiency (Structured Text)
  • Hands-on experience with Bosch drives and motion control equipment
  • Experience with MES systems and PLC-to-MES communication (Ignition preferred)
  • Experience with LabVIEW machines
  • Familiarity with vision inspection systems
  • Experience in high-mix, low-volume production
  • Ability to read electrical schematics
  • Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills

Benefits

  • No benefits