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.