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Divergent

Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Divergent, Torrance, California, United States, 90504

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Overview

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that uses machine learning to engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex vehicle structures and subsystems. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and is expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to shape the future of technology and production. Purpose

The Senior Automation Controls Engineer will support the development of flexible robotic manufacturing systems that are core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick-changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use hardware and software skills to create bleeding-edge industrial automation systems, support production operations, and democratize factory data to support key business decisions. Divergent is pushing the boundaries of technology and we need a passionate and agile engineer to help create the platform for sustainable manufacturing. The Role

Develop PLC, HMI & SCADA software and controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories and factory modules. Contribute to automation standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection. Architect new advanced automation systems, leading to detailed design, development, and commissioning of first article factory modules. Develop controls systems for new and experimental processes in an R&D environment. Understand and steer production operations requirements for factory modules to increase overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data. Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget. Support engineering teams in resolving gridlock and drive hands-on execution of a highly motivated team under time constraints. Basic Qualifications

Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls. 5 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments. IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience. Preferred Qualifications

Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards. Experience designing electrical control panels using EPlan or AutoCAD. Advanced experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT and hardware ecosystem. Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control. Advanced industrial networking experience. Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols (FSoE and PROFIsafe). Experience developing SCADA and other factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards, etc. Experience with industrial robot platforms, offline programming, and virtual commissioning. Experience with electrical schematic tools such as EPlan or AutoCAD Electrical. Experience with standard software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID, unit testing and development tools such as GIT. Technical leadership experience in defining standards, methods, processes, and training. Office and factory environment; 100% onsite with minimal travel; work near moving mechanical parts. Pay Range

$122,400 - $168,300 USD What We Offer

Holistic Compensation Package:

Competitive salary, equity, and discretionary results-based incentive opportunities. Wellness and Time Off:

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, including a year-end shutdown; paid parental leave. Comprehensive Health and Wellness:

Health benefits with HMO and PPO options; company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage. Growth Investment:

Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives. Collaborative Environment:

A collaborative, high-performing team in a fast-paced, mission-driven company focused on reducing environmental footprint through innovation. Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work. Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification. The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security databases to verify identity and employment eligibility. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO): we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

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