Responsibilities:
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- Design and develop automation control cabinets: Create electrical schematics, select appropriate components, and layout control panels for automation systems. Then you get to build it!
- Select motor controllers, VFDs, and industrial sensors: Evaluate motor control requirements and process variables, specify suitable motor controllers, VFDs, and industrial sensors (e.g., pressure transducers, thermocouples, gas flowmeters, level sensors, scales, and strain gauges), and integrate them into the overall system design.
- Implement basic PLC systems: Develop PLC programs to control and monitor industrial processes, incorporating sensor feedback to ensure accurate and reliable operation while adhering to safety standards.
- Design and construct cables: Design cable assemblies, specify cable types, connectors, and wiring schemes, and build cables for the automation control systems, considering sensor connections and communication requirements.
- Design basic AC circuits: Develop electrical circuit designs for high-power systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards, while considering sensor integration and power requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with mechanical engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders to integrate control systems, motor controllers, VFDs, and industrial sensors into larger automation projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues: Identify and troubleshoot control system malfunctions, sensor inaccuracies, and communication problems, implement corrective measures, and perform system testing to ensure optimal performance.
- Documentation and reporting: Create detailed technical documentation, including sensor specifications, sensor integration plans, drawings, specifications, and test reports, to support system integration, maintenance, and future enhancements
Requirements:
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- Excitement about getting opportunities to build rapid prototypes, get your hands dirty and teaching others by working side-by-side with a cross functional team
- 3 years or more of Electrical, Electronics or Automation Engineering (or similar) professional experience
- Experience in designing automation control cabinets and constructing cable assemblies
- Experience with electrical schematic capture tools (We use Zuken)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot control system and sensor-related issues
- Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl in awkward spaces
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
- Have a proactive, professional and “can do” attitude
- Passionate about contributing to our mission and growing the company
- Willing to travel once a quarter to California to visit with the SF team.
Bonus (but not required):
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- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a related field
- Familiarity with programming languages for PLC systems, such as ladder logic or structured text
- Understanding of automation control systems, motor control principles, electrical circuit design, and industrial sensors
- Proficiency in selecting motor controllers, VFDs, and industrial sensors based on project requirements
- Knowledge of safety regulations and standards related to high-power systems
- Experience designing for or operating near high power equipment (high voltage, large horsepower motors, high force actuators …etc)
- Direct experience in the handling of high temperature or combustible materials in an industrial automation environment
- Some experience with interfacing with, or designing, energy storage devices like large battery banks or inverter systems
- Design or operation of production equipment or manufacturing processes in the field of agriculture, forestry, sawmills, paper mills or food processing
- Direct experience with equipment like wood chippers, tractors, harvesting equipment, screening, drying systems, industrial heat exchangers or other large heavy-duty industrial or agricultural equipment
$100,000 - $130,000 a year
The anticipated salary range is dependent on factors such as experience within the job, within the industry, education, etc
What We Offer
· Stock options
· Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
· Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 6%
· Paid time off, including parental leave
- A yearly professional development stipend
· Healthy snacks and lunches for onsite employees
- A sweet workplace with lots of space inside and out
· A chance to pivot into a role in climate!
Visa Sponsorship Policy
Since we are a small startup, certain accommodations for visa sponsorship may not be within our capability. At this time, Charm Industrial is only sponsoring E3 and TN visas.
Our Commitment
Charm Industrial is an equal opportunity employer with a firm commitment to growing our team in an inclusive way, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. The consequences of climate change inherently affect some more than others, and we need a diverse team to help us save our little planet most effectively & justly. We are excited about all of those who choose to apply, and for those who end up joining us, to see how you better us as a team and company. We are more than the sum of our parts.
