Automation Engineer, Controls

The posting, as Mach Industries wrote it

About Mach Industries

Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.

Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.

The Role

Mach Industries is seeking an Automation Engineer, Controls to develop, integrate, and commission automated manufacturing equipment across our factories.

You will design and program controls systems using Mach's standardized Beckhoff TwinCAT platform, working directly with manufacturing engineers, automation engineers, equipment OEMs, and systems integrators to take equipment from concept through production.

This is a highly hands-on engineering role. You will develop PLC software, integrate sensors, motion systems, robotics, vision, and safety devices, commission equipment on the factory floor, and troubleshoot automation systems during production ramp.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, integrate, and commission controls systems for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Develop PLC software using Beckhoff TwinCAT and Mach's standardized controls architecture and software libraries.
• Configure Beckhoff IPCs, EtherCAT I/O, servo drives, instrumentation, sensors, and industrial communication networks.
• Develop machine sequences, state machines, interlocks, alarms, fault handling, diagnostics, and recovery logic.
• Integrate PLC-controlled equipment with industrial robots, machine vision, motion systems, test equipment, and process instrumentation.
• Implement machine-safety systems including safety PLC logic, interlocks, guarding, emergency stops, and safe motion.
• Develop HMIs and operator interfaces for equipment operation, diagnostics, maintenance, and fault recovery.
• Support electrical design, controls architecture, I/O definition, device selection, and equipment documentation.
• Develop and execute controls test plans and equipment acceptance criteria.
• Work directly with equipment OEMs and systems integrators to review and debug controls systems.
• Support FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, and production launch.
• Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, motion, robotics, vision, networking, and safety issues directly on manufacturing equipment.
• Optimize machine sequences, cycle time, fault recovery, reliability, and OEE during production ramp.
• Maintain controls documentation, software version control, backups, and equipment configuration.
• Support manufacturing equipment through achie

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Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!