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Agnitron Technology, Inc. · 1 day ago

Sr. Automation Engineer

Chanhassen, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Agnitron Technology, Inc. is a leading supplier of custom MOCVD equipment for production and R&D, delivering solutions globally to universities, government labs, and industrial groups. The Sr. Automation Engineer will lead the development, procurement, and integration of advanced semiconductor processing systems, focusing on automation systems, robotics, and manufacturing processes.

ConsultingElectronicsIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of complex control system architectures for new and existing MOCVD and RTA equipment, ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with industry standards

Specify and select new hardware and software components, including advanced PLCs, HMI systems, industrial PCs, and motion control systems, based on project requirements and performance goals

Develop and maintain comprehensive electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN), incorporating best practices for manufacturability, safety, and serviceability

Create and manage documentation for new automation systems, including functional design specifications (FDS), software design specifications (SDS), and validation protocols

Architect and implement software solutions in C# and PLC programming languages (e.g., Structured Text, Ladder Logic) to control and monitor semiconductor processing equipment

Develop advanced algorithms for process control, data acquisition, and real-time diagnostics, leveraging object-oriented design principles

Integrate and configure complex industrial networking protocols such as EtherCAT, PROFINET, and OPC UA to establish high-speed, reliable communication between devices

Act as the primary technical lead for automation projects, managing timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables to ensure successful completion

Collaborate directly with cross-functional teams—including mechanical, process, and materials engineers—to define system requirements and troubleshoot complex issues

Serve as a subject matter expert for automation and control systems during customer consultations and field service operations

Analyze system performance data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive the refinement of existing control solutions

Qualification

Automation systemsPLC programmingC# programmingIndustrial networkingElectrical schematicsProcess controlContinuous improvementTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Automation Engineering or Controls Engineering preferred

5-7 years of experience working with automation controls and software preferred

Working knowledge of the Visual Studio (VS) development environment and Windows C# programming using VS. Some experience with debugging and testing C# programs. Some experience with object-oriented design and programming

Working knowledge of the principle of operation of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) along with experience programming PLCs using Ladder Logic or Structured Text

Hands-on experience wiring low voltage (up to 48VDC) devices and industrial equipment. Experience with wiring high voltage (up to 480VAC) AC circuits is a plus

Working knowledge of serial communications protocols and wiring, such as RS232, RS485, RS422

Working knowledge of DeviceNet (DN) fundamentals, especially Polling DN data communications, understanding power requirements and network topology

Familiarity with EtherCAT networking and devices and Modbus over RS485, Modbus over TCP

Familiarity with Beckhoff embedded PC/PLC hardware

Ability to quickly learn and understand the working and control principles of new unfamiliar devices by using manuals, internet searches, expert opinions, AI, and other information sources is a must

Benefits

Yearly bonus potential

Company

Agnitron Technology, Inc.

Agnitron Technology is a supplier of custom, state-of-the-art, MOCVD equipment for production and R&D and has a track record of success delivering III-V, III-N and oxide material growth solutions to leading universities, government laboratories and major industrial groups around the world.

Founded in 2008

Chanhassen, Minnesota, USA

11-50 employees