Automation Equipment Controls Engineer

Are you a driven Software Engineer with strong PC-.NET programming skills? Do you thrive on solving challenges and building solutions that bring together PC-based controls, machine vision, robotics, lasers, and advanced metrology systems? If so, AeroSpec invites you to take the next step in your career. As the largest automation system developer in the Southwest, we’re redefining what’s possible in advanced manufacturing — and we want you on our team. Essential Functions • Design and Develop Control Systems: Lead the software design and development for custom automated assembly and test equipment, from concept through customer acceptance. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and a high-tech customer base. • PC Programming: Architect, write, simulate, and debug structured, modular, and well-documented .NET C#-based, PC programs in accordance with AeroSpec’s industry-leading standards. We prioritize quality, maintainability, and long-term system reliability over “box-checking”. • HMI Development: Create intuitive and efficient operator interfaces using WPF and Inductive Automation’s Ignition platforms. • Motion Integration: Program, simulate, and deploy with a range of high precision motion systems utilizing ACS and other PC-based drives. • Machine Vision Systems: Develop and integrate advanced machine vision solutions using Keyence, Cognex In-Sight, and Cognex VisionPro technologies for inspection, alignment, and guidance applications. • System Commissioning: Lead the commissioning and debugging of prototype systems incorporating diverse automation technologies including motion control, robotics, I/O, HMIs, lasers, conveyors, feeders, and precision process systems. • Customer Support & Deployment: Support validation, final acceptance, and global deployment of automation systems. Provide occasional long-term remote and onsite support to ensure successful integration and operation at customer facilities.Why Join AeroSpec? • Industry-Leading Training & Development -Receive hands-on training in PC programming, robotics, and machine vision. • Comprehensive Benefits -Enjoy a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a range of voluntary options tailored to support you and your family. • Retirement Support -Participate in a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match to help build your financial future. • Performance-Based Bonuses -Earn performance and annual profitability bonuses that reward your contributions to team and company success. • Career Advancement -Access continuous training, tuition reimbursement, and a clear path for professional growth and promotion within the organization. • Generous Time Off -Benefit from a competitive paid time off package designed to support work-life balance. • Long-Term Stability -Join a highly stable, privately held company with over 40 years of success and continued growth in advanced automation systems. Requirements • Education -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.S.E.) with a focus in Software, Robotics, Automation, Controls, Computer Control Systems, Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. • Experience -Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a Controls or Robotics Engineer, working with automation or electromechanical systems in industrial environments. • Technical Proficiency -Skills in programming industrial control systems, including: C# .Net, WPF, , HMI/GUI development. Industrial communication protocols: Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profinet, Safety-rated Fieldbus networks. background in multi-station PLC programming and system integration. • Automation ExpertiseBroad exposure to factory automation and production systems. Robotics programming experience across Cartesian, SCARA, and articulated systems (Fanuc, Denso, ABB) • Vision System Experience -Proficient with machine vision technologies including Cognex, Keyence, and Fanuc vision systems • Systems Integration Skills -Strong understanding of electromechanical and mechatronic systems. Familiarity with electrical codes and industrial safety standards • Work Environment -This is anon-site, in-personrole requiring direct collaboration with engineering and production teams. About AeroSpec AeroSpec is a leader indesign–engineer–build solutionsfor advanced manufacturing. We we create factory automation systems that drive the the world’s most innovative high-technology industries. Our campus inChandler, AZfeatures state-of-the-art facilities, a collaborative team culture, and exciting opportunities for growth. At AeroSpec, we are driven by innovation, precision, and a commitment to helping our partners bring their innovative products to life. w6aTwKVYyd