Controls Engineer

Full Time Controls Engineer at Moxion Power Co. (United States)

Controls Engineer

Moxion Power Co. United States

Date Posted: 20 May, 2023

Work Location: Richmond, CA, United States

Salary Offered: Not Specified

Job Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 3+ years

Remote Work: No

Stock Options: No

Vacancies: 1 available

About Us

Moxion is a vertically integrated manufacturer of all-electric mobile power and energy storage solutions. We have developed commercial-scale, powerful, silent, and emissions-free mobile battery stations designed to replace traditional diesel generators. We’re pioneering mobile energy storage technology, leveraging vertical integration and a software-enabled service model to deliver last-mile electrification for our customers and communities.

As Moxion’s Controls Engineer, you will support production equipment including electrical test equipment used by Moxion’s Battery Manufacturing lines. This highly collaborative position is a key part of the Battery Technology team, and you’ll work with engineers and technicians to establish Moxion as a world-class manufacturer of battery-based energy storage.

What you’ll do:

• Work with manufacturing equipment and processes ranging from whole production lines to individual automation cells.
• Maintain equipment software that interfaces between manufacturing equipment and supervisory level systems such as the factory Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Work with HMIs and SCADA systems for manufacturing production lines and automation work cells.
• Work with testing equipment for electrical systems.
• Work with safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high-volume manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in debugging and optimizing automated processes to reduce cycle time, maximize availability, and improve yield.
• Support manufacturing by implementing the testing and programming processes needed for production.
• Create training plans and troubleshooting documentation for maintenance and production teams.

Skills to be successful:

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good organizational and communication skills, and ability to manage projects.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Some exposure to PLC-based control systems, HMI interfaces, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with electrical standards and safe troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Experience operating and maintaining automation equipment and industrial machinery.
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as DMMs, Volt meters, isolation testing, oscilloscopes, and software installation.

You might also have:

• Familiarity with common controls hardware used in automation equipment.
• Familiarity with programming languages and/or a desire to learn them.
• Knowledge of safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA).
• Knowledge of Electrical Standards for industrial machinery (NFPA79, National Electric Code, UL508A).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer and Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering).

About You:

• Positive attitude and ability to work well with diverse teams.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Hard worker willing to put in the hours to ensure Moxion’s success.
• Customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism.
• Detail-oriented and process-focused.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound problem-solving skills.

Shift and Compensation Details:

• Shift: N/A
• Compensation Range: $90k - $130K

Pay Equity

Moxion is committed to pay equity for substantially similar work. Compensation displayed is a range, with maximum amounts reserved for candidates exceeding all experience and background requirements.

At Moxion you get:

Health, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, competitive equity & compensation packages, free lunch, coffee, and snacks onsite, flexible work from home (for some roles), free tax advisory services, access to employee stores and discounts, company swag, investment in professional development courses, and a parental leave program.

We Value:

People are at the core of Moxion’s values. We care about growth for our people and team, translating to an open and transparent culture. Moxion believes that diversity is core to our business, driving innovation.

Moxion is looking for candidates who identify with various backgrounds. We do not discriminate against any classifications protected by law. If you can bring a unique perspective or experience, please apply.

Moxion is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know.