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Durin · 1 hour ago

Senior Controls Engineer

positionEl Segundo, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$150K/yr - $180K/yr
date5+ years exp

Durin is a company focused on developing technologies to enhance the global supply chain through automated drilling solutions. They are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to design and implement PLC logic for drill rigs, ensuring safety and reliability while collaborating with other engineering teams.

Autonomous VehiclesIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical EngineeringMiningMining Technology

Responsibilities

Architect and program PLC logic for drill cycle sequencing, safety interlocks, mud mixing, spindle/feed coordination, and rod handling
Implement state machines, PID loops, and interlock matrices in IEC 61131-3 languages (Structured Text, Ladder, FBD)
Commission control systems on physical rigs: wiring checkout, I/O validation, drive tuning, field debugging
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to define sensor/actuator requirements and ensure reliable integration
Design alarm handling, recovery routines, and HMI interfaces for drillers
Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards (STO, SIL, lockout/tagout)
Support networking and fieldbus integration (EtherCAT, CANopen, OPC UA)
Mentor embedded/software teammates on PLC fundamentals and best practices
Travel to test sites for commissioning and field support (~20–50%)

Qualification

PLC programmingIEC 61131-3 languagesIndustrial networkingClosed-loop systems tuningSafety standards complianceFieldbus integrationDebugging skillsTroubleshooting skillsCollaboration skillsMentoring skills

Required

5+ years of experience programming and commissioning industrial PLCs (Beckhoff, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar)
Deep familiarity with IEC 61131-3 languages, especially Structured Text and Ladder
Hands-on experience commissioning machinery with hydraulics, servos, and safety interlocks
Strong knowledge of fieldbuses (EtherCAT, CAN, Profibus, Modbus) and industrial networking
Experience tuning closed-loop systems (PID, torque/force control)
Comfort working in rugged field environments with heavy equipment
Strong debugging instincts and ability to rapidly troubleshoot I/O, sensors, and motion issues
"Get it working, get it safe, then get it elegant" mindset
Must be willing to work from our headquarters in El Segundo
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Preferred

Experience with drilling rigs, mining equipment, robotics, or other heavy machinery
Knowledge of safety PLCs, SIL/PL standards, and functional safety certification
Background in both PLC controls + embedded/robotics software
Prior work on automation systems that integrate with edge/cloud telemetry

Benefits

100% healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are paid for when you're at headquarters
We can help you find housing nearby

Company

Durin

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Durin Mining Technologies builds autonomous drilling rigs to streamline and modernize mineral exploration processes.
dateFounded in 2024
location
El Segundo, California, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.durin.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$3.4M
Key Investors
8090 Industries
2025-04-23Pre Seed· $3.4M

Leadership Team

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Ted Feldmann
Founder & CEO
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