Automation and Controls Engineer
- US citizenship
- ITAR / US person
How this pay compares
This posting states $105k–$160k a year. Open manufacturing engineer jobs in California post a median of $141k a year, the middle half $130k–$163k, across 205 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
As an Automation & Controls Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for the design and commissioning of industrial machinery and systems for R&D, test, and production while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team. ## Responsibilities - Own all aspects of equipment design from concept, requirements, and commissioning - Generate necessary schematics and for electrical and fluid systems in EPlan to required standards - Write and debug software for PLCs in TwinCAT that is maintainable and scalable - Programming of various industrial controls hardware (VFDs, motor starters, PLCs, etc.) - Selecting of application specific hardware (circuit protection, VFDs, motion systems, robots, etc.) - Development of HMIs that are easy to use, functional, and can be used for diagnostics & troubleshooting - Work with end users for end users to ensure equipment meets design intent ## Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field - 2+ years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R&D) - 1+ years of PLC programming experience ## Preferred Skills and Experience - 2+ years of work in a relevant field (manufacturing/test/R&D) - Familiarity of PLC systems - Object oriented programming in structured text per IEC 61131-3 - Industrial Safety - Schematic design with EPlan - 3D Control panel design with EPlan ProPanel - Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems - Understanding of ISO 13849, ANSI B11, or IEC 61508 safety standards - Knowledge of UL508A, NFPA 70, NFPA 79 standards - Familiarity with industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, Profinet, IO-Link, etc. - Work with external vendors and manufacturers for sourcing hardware and solutions - Experience with hazard risk assessments and mitigation plans ## Additional Requirements: - Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed ## Additional Information Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity.
In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan. To conform to U.S.
Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
From Impulse Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Transfer vehicles that carry satellites past the orbit their rocket leaves them in.
Pay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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