VulcanForms Inc. · 7 hours ago
Controls Engineer, Commissioning
Devens, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $117K/yr
3+ years expVulcanForms Inc. is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products through advanced digital infrastructure. The Controls Engineer, Commissioning will own the commissioning and integration of industrial machines, ensuring each printer is production-ready while driving improvements in automation and system upgrades.
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Responsibilities
Take ownership of commissioning, integration, and initial startup of industrial printers and ancillary printing cell systems, bringing each machine to production readiness while helping reduce average commissioning time to meet ramp targets
Perform detailed commissioning tasks independently, from board-level configuration to full operational validation and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues, demonstrating strong hands-on technical expertise
Diagnose and resolve hardware, electrical, and software issues that arise during machine use – such as tool path loading failures – to minimize downtime and keep production on schedule
Test and validate new control hardware and software systems to confirm reliability and high performance before transitioning machines into production
Build strong cross-functional partnerships with mechanical, electrical, software, and operations teams to drive clear communication, smooth coordination, and accelerated machine readiness
Create, update, and maintain system-level documentation – including work instructions, electrical schematics, and process guides – uploaded to the Quality Management System (QMS) to support repeatability and team-wide knowledge sharing
Contribute to the development of scalable automation tools and frameworks that reduce commissioning time and increase system reliability, while spearheading upgrades that boost machine precision, throughput, and stability
Support quality and compliance initiatives by executing Installation Qualification (IQ), advancing Manufacturing Maturity Process (MMP) milestones, and helping shift acceptance testing responsibilities to the build team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Robotics Engineering – or equivalent hands-on experience
3+ years of experience in designing, developing, commissioning, and troubleshooting hardware and software for industrial control systems
Proficiency with modern control systems, including motion control (single- and multi-axis), industrial safety systems, HMIs, process monitoring, and industrial networking
Demonstrated proficiency in at least three IEC 61131-3 programming languages (preferably Structured Text and Sequential Function Chart)
Hands-on experience with automation platforms like B&R (preferred), Beckhoff, or similar
Skilled in reading and creating electrical schematics; comfortable selecting and sizing control and power components
Excellent collaboration and communication skills; able to work effectively across engineering and operations teams
Preferred
Experience with additive manufacturing (e.g., Powder Bed Fusion (PBF), Directed Energy Deposition (DED), or Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)
Comfortable using version control software like GitHub in multi-developer environments
Experience with a wide range of industrial sensors and actuators, and the ability to recommend/select components for specific applications
Demonstrated experience tuning closed-loop systems to control variables such as position, pressure, flow, and temperature
Strong documentation skills, including root cause analysis, software design specs, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and commissioning-related protocols such as FAT, SACT, IQ, and MMP
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k) plan with company match
Company
VulcanForms Inc.
VulcanForms builds and operates advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure that enables the world's critical industries to innovate, grow, and deliver sustainable impact.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$355MKey Investors
D1 Capital PartnersEclipse VenturesFontinalis Partners
2022-07-05Series C· $250M
2020-05-15Series B· $77M
2019-05-03Series Unknown· $5M
Leadership Team
Kevin Kassekert
Chief Executive Officer
A. John Hart
Co-Founder
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