Automation Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to assist in the development and delivery of complex automation and robotics projects supporting LLNL’s programmatic and scientific missions.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a multidisciplinary and dynamic portfolio of engineering and research.
• Design, build, commission, and troubleshoot automation, robotics, and mechatronics projects using standard techniques and fundamental knowledge, while adhering to defined practices and procedures.
• Leverage industry-proven industrial automation technologies, including but not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), machine vision systems, sensors, actuators, and various robot systems.
• Analyze and document methods, assumptions, results, and insights in reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with other internal and external groups at LLNL, and in some cases, at other institutions.
• Conduct research and analysis to address well-defined problems.
• Support safe and compliant project execution by working with vendors and internal teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Absolutely secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, software engineering, mechatronics, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related technical experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry experience deploying automation systems in manufacturing or a related industry.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams to build, install, or troubleshoot automation equipment.
• Comprehensive experience programming industrial-grade PLCs, such as Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff systems, and industrial-grade robotic arms, such as KUKA, FANUC, and Universal Robots.
• Experience designing and implementing electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with CAD and other design software packages.
• Experience building industrial closed-loop control systems.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, customer service, and timely project delivery.
• Experience managing and maintaining laboratory resources and equipment.

Desired Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, software engineering, mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Safety Interlock Systems (SIS).
• Knowledge of safety standards, including ISO and ANSI, and LLNL institutional design safety standards.
• Experience or detailed knowledge of welding, fabricating, or machining metal parts or assemblies.
• Experience with rapid prototyping through 3D printing and laser cutting.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams in a research or laboratory environment.
• Certifications relevant to mechatronics, controls, robotics, or industrial automation.

Benefits

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

Pay

$146,340 - $185,544 Annually

Schedule

Position Information This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.