Systems Engineer

Grantek Systems Integration•San Jose, CA

8h•$95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As a key member of Grantek’s Engineering team, the Systems Engineer develops real-time automation solutions from the manufacturing plant floor to the enterprise level. The work spans PLC and PAC programming, operator interface and HMI application design, SCADA, networking, databases, vision systems, machine safety, servo motion control, information solutions, MES, ERP connectors, and high-level software solutions. Junior team members participate in a mentoring program and work directly alongside senior engineers. The role covers solution design, implementation, documentation, commissioning, troubleshooting, testing, and client support. It involves collaborating with stakeholders and remote teams, communicating with technical and non-technical audiences, and managing priorities across multiple active projects. Client-site commissioning and travel are part of the position.

Requirements

Successful or upcoming completion of a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related Engineering Technology discipline.
2–3 years of practical experience with PLCs, SCADA/HMI, networking, databases, motion, safety, or high-level programming.
Meticulous, conscientious, analytical, focused, and able to learn complex systems quickly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver’s license and full-time access to a personal vehicle.
Willingness to travel 30–50% as needed for client and commissioning work.
Flexibility for local travel and occasional day trips.

Nice To Haves

Academic or industry experience with Ignition (Vision and Perspective), Allen-Bradley, and/or Beckhoff TwinCAT.
Python or JavaScript experience.

Responsibilities

Engineer and implement real-time automation controls and information solutions.
Architect full-system solutions, including control logic, SCADA/HMI, networking, MES, data flow, and safety systems.
Program, debug, troubleshoot, and test systems across multiple vendor platforms.
Perform hands-on PLC/PAC development, SCADA and HMI design, and integration.
Create methodologies and solve complex automation issues.
Learn and adapt to new technologies, frameworks, and platforms.
Conceptualize technical solutions during project design.
Create engineering notes, proposals, specifications, design traceability, FAT/SAT procedures, change-control documents, and case studies.
Review technical documentation and translate requirements into engineering tasks.
Commission solutions at client sites and identify opportunities for improvement.
Troubleshoot real-time issues during deployment and operation.
Review SCADA screens, PLC logic, and design deliverables produced by remote team members.
Represent Grantek professionally in enterprise client environments.
Meet with stakeholders to gather requirements and clarify objectives.
Communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Coordinate work with remote teams across multiple time zones.
Mentor colleagues and contribute expertise to the engineering team.
Manage task priorities across 5–10 active projects simultaneously.