Sr/Staff Automation Controls Engineer
About The Position
Joby Aviation is seeking a Senior/Staff Automation Controls Engineer to develop custom manufacturing equipment used to assemble and test the Joby S4 aircraft. Based in San Carlos, California, this role combines software, electrical hardware, robotics, and engineering fundamentals to create electromechanical workstations. The position calls for strong analytical capability in electrical control design, knowledge of controls components and sensors, industrial software expertise, and validation experience in a manufacturing environment. The engineer will work hands-on and take broad responsibility for novel technical challenges, including advanced powertrain and electronics manufacturing equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- At least 6 years of experience developing automation controls in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Structured Text PLC programming.
- Strong foundation in electrical panel design and component selection.
- Proficiency in electrical schematic authoring.
- Hands-on experience building and wiring electrical panels for assembly and/or test equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience programming Beckhoff PLCs using Structured Text (IEC 61131-3/TwinCAT), Python, C, C++, C#, and/or Visual Basic .NET.
- Experience with EtherCAT, TCP/IP, Modbus RTU/TCP, and other common industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with Ignition Perspective.
- Proficiency with FANUC robots.
- Familiarity with motion control using Bosch Rexroth and/or Beckhoff platforms.
- Experience designing electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Experience with industrial vision systems, including Cognex, FANUC iRVision, and Keyence.
- Experience selecting and integrating precision sensors, DAQs, and instrumentation.
- Experience integrating PLCs, SCADA, and MES systems.
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, and UL 508A requirements for industrial control systems.
Responsibilities
- Own the electromechanical, software, and commissioning aspects of custom manufacturing equipment development, partnering with manufacturing engineers and manufacturing test engineers to bring assembly and test processes to production.
- Design and develop scalable PLC software in Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), creating reusable libraries and standardized software components.
- Develop intuitive and maintainable HMIs for machine operation, diagnostics, and maintenance.
- Create complete electrical design packages, including component selection, electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring documentation, and bills of materials.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Healthcare benefits.
- 401(k) plan with a company match.
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Life insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
