Staff Automation & Controls Engineer

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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 comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

The Staff Automation & Controls Engineer will develop flexible robotic manufacturing & automation systems core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS).

The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their skills in hardware, software and technical mentorship 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 us create the platform for sustainable manufacturing.

Development of next generation PLC, HMI & SCADA software & controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories & factory modules.
Support the development of automation software standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection.
Collaborate with team members on both the development and deployment of these standards, raising the overall level of the team through your experience and technical mentorship.
Architect new advanced automation systems, ultimately 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 leading to increased overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data.
Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure that program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget.
Support engineering teams in achieving resolution of any gridlock, rather than merely report status. Must have the leadership ability and intelligence to drive hands-on execution of a highly motivated and intelligent team under intense time constraints.

Requirements

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Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
7 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments
IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience
Industrial electrical and safety experience

Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards.
Advanced experience working with the Beckhoff TwinCAT & 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, i.e. FSoE & PROFIsafe
Experience developing SCADA & other factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards, etc.
Experience with Industrial robot platforms, offline program, and virtual commissioning.
Experience with industrial 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
Minimal travel
Work near moving mechanical parts

What We Offer

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At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels Staff - Principal as evaluated through our interview process.

✓Staff Engineer / E06: $148,430 - $204,090

✓Principal Engineer / E07: $171,450 - $235,740

✓Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.

✓Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.

✓Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.

✓Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

✓Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.