Staff Automation & Controls Systems Engineer

1 hour, 59 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
IoT and Embedded Systems
Relativity Space

Relativity Space

Relativity Space is a cutting-edge rocket company using 3D printing and AI to provide cost-effective reusable rockets for commercial launches, with a vision to advance industrial capabilities on Earth and Mars.

Aerospace & Defense
251-1K
Founded 2015
$1333M raised

Description

  • Contribute technical leadership on a growing factory automation and controls team.
  • Develop automation solutions for both interim development setups and permanent production infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and design engineers to tailor solutions to manufacturing needs.
  • Own implementation of built hardware and automation systems on the factory floor.
  • Work closely with technicians, operators, and end users during deployment and support.
  • Write, activate, and debug control software for automation systems.
  • Design and support robotic-based welding, fabrication, and inspection equipment.
  • Develop large-scale multi-axis tooling systems.
  • Architect automation solutions that improve speed, quality, reliability, and efficiency in manufacturing processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of experience programming Fanuc, Kuka, or similar robotics control systems.
  • Experience with motion planning, task allocation, and synchronization algorithms for multi-robot systems.
  • Experience writing IEC 61131 code and developing, activating, and troubleshooting PLCs.
  • Experience with PLC platforms such as Beckhoff, Siemens, or AB Rockwell.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement industrial safety systems, including risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and safety PLC programming.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate technical risks in complex systems.
  • Experience producing electrical and pneumatics schematics and work instructions.
  • Proficiency with communications protocols such as EtherCAT, OPCUA, MQTT, ProfiNET, Ethernet IP, or CANbus is preferred.
  • Knowledge of robotic weld systems, including weld path programming, parameter optimization, weld quality, and seam tracking is preferred.
  • Experience with Zuken E3 is preferred.
  • Proficiency with offline robotic programming software such as Fanuc RoboGuide, WorkVisual, or RoboDK is preferred.

Benefits

  • Hiring range of $150,000 to $207,000 USD.
  • Competitive salary with equity.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • Additional benefits and perks available through the company benefits program.

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