eSpace · 2 days ago
PLC Programmer/Controls and Power Systems Engineer
E-Space is a company focused on making connectivity from space universally accessible and actionable. The PLC Programmer/Controls and Power Systems Engineer will modify, troubleshoot, and improve control systems on thin-film manufacturing equipment, primarily focusing on Siemens PLC-based systems.
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Responsibilities
Modify, debug, and optimize PLC programs on existing production equipment, primarily Siemens-based systems, but not limited to Siemens
Work directly with equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to implement fixes, upgrades, and functional improvements
Support commissioning, re-commissioning, and acceptance of modified machines
Improve machine reliability, uptime, and process stability through control system enhancements
Develop and improve PLC logic for a unique R2R machine, with no OEM, including new features and performance improvements
Implement and maintain machine safety logic, interlocks, and alarms
Troubleshoot electrical, sensor, actuator, and communication issues impacting machine operation
Collaborate with process and equipment engineers to translate process needs into control logic
Support integration of motion control, web handling, heaters, pumps, vacuum systems, and power supplies
Work with HMI improvements for usability, diagnostics, and operator feedback
Ensure that machine subsystems receive power within defined electrical and operational requirements (voltage, current, sequencing, protection)
Maintain PLC documentation, version control, and change records
Support production during ramp-up and troubleshooting events
Qualification
Required
BS or technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience working with PLCs in an industrial environment
Strong hands-on experience modifying and troubleshooting existing PLC code (not only new development)
Experience working with OEM equipment and external machine vendors
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP)
Experience with motion control, drives, sensors, and industrial I/O
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and supporting live production equipment
Preferred
Experience with roll-to-roll (R2R) or web-handling equipment
Background in thin-film PV, semiconductor, display, or vacuum-based manufacturing
Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, HMI, and safety PLCs
Familiarity with vacuum systems, heaters, pumps, mass-flow controllers, or power supplies
Experience improving legacy control systems or reverse-engineering OEM logic
Understanding of machine safety standards (e.g., interlocks, E-stops, safety relays/PLCs)
Benefits
An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Company
eSpace
eSpace is an IT services company that develops tailored enterprise solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0M2009-08-01Grant· $0M
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2025-06-23
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