About this opportunity
Forge Nano, Inc. lists this Controls Engineer II opportunity in thornton, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Controls Engineer II
Forge Nano Inc. is a fast‑growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano‑scale coatings across a wide range of markets. Forge Nano is seeking a Controls Engineer II to join their Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team, reporting to the Principal Engineer. This position will focus on developing the automation, logic, and safety schemes for their Semiconductor ALD Production Equipment.
Key responsibilities include working in several different programming paradigms including user displays, database management, and control logic. This role requires a detailed oriented individual who is comfortable working with an interdisciplinary engineering team. Experience with control panels, low‑voltage instrumentation, and electrical distribution is also desirable.
Responsibilities
Developing and debugging PLC logic using IEC 61131-3 approved languages, primarily rooted in Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text programming
Designing intuitive GUIs and HMIs within relevant standards such as ISA-101 or SEMI E-95
Generating control narrative documentation for interlocks, control loops, alarms, etc.
Contributing technical writing for the software sections of user manuals and SOP’s
Executing on design requirements for new software features
Working in cross‑functional teams and participating in design review meetings to solicit user feedback on control schemes and software features
Specifying, configuring and troubleshooting industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, etc.
Programming controls safety logic to HAZOP Specification
Commissioning and start‑up of automated systems at Forge Nano’s HQ and at customer facilities throughout the world
Providing remote software support and troubleshooting assistance to tool service teams
Following best practices for version control and release of software/controls packages
Working with internal R&D experts on process development and improving ease‑of‑use
Tailoring and tuning controls to optimize the performance of new processes and modules
Required Experience and Qualifications
2‑4 years of experience in technical controls programming
2‑4 years of experience in equipment design and manufacturing
Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text programming
Experience with Ignition, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Python a plus
Develops PLC logic and HMI’s in multiple platforms and/or across multiple product lines
Plans and creates complete software features, modules, and utilities with limited oversight
Revises software design requirements and leads design reviews
Collaborates on the design of industrial control panels and specification of controls hardware
Independently manages multiple encapsulated projects and solves moderate engineering challenges
Programs Safety Controls Logic to HAZOP Specification
Incorporates simple motion control, including VFD’s, motors, and actuators
Configures Servers, Network Protocols, and Communication Architectures for external database management (e Historians, OPC-UA, SQL, ...)
Expands control system architecture and contributes to UML codebase documentation
Leads commissioning of automated systems internally and in the field
Familiarity with industrial standards: SEMI S2, SEMI E-95, ISA-101, ISA-88 and/or IEC 61131-3
Work Environment
This is an on‑site role. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, lab coat, and in the plant, a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required. Forge Nano follows all recommended COVID-19 safety protocols and accepted candidates must be willing to adhere to these policies.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Travel
Occasional travel up to 15% to client locations for system start‑up and maintenance may be required.
Compensation / Benefits
Salary: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year, DOE, with eligibility for an annual bonus
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k) with matching, PTO, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) options
About Forge Nano
Forge Nano is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Worksite address
thornton, CO, 80602, US
Who can apply
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