Manufacturing Automation Engineer II

Together we are a world-class diversified manufacturer with a commitment from our team to proudly provide pure precision solutions to our customers, delivering superior quality, value, and service.

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with a worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions.

• Specify, develop, modify, test, troubleshoot, document, and deploy new or existing control system and related software for Ferrotec products, internal scientific research, and other company objectives.
• Startup, troubleshoot, and repair existing, new, or upgraded control systems, including soft logic, human/machine interface, wiring, and hard logic. Mark‑up schematics, if applicable; document problems and solutions to improve next startup cycle for self and others.
• Perform engineering development activities in a manner consistent with established conventions, producing work products compliant with departmental standards and expectations.
• Seek opportunities to add value to products or reduce recurring costs by advancing designs with new technology, improved processes, and procedures, or by other means in a cost‑justified manner.
• Communicate changes and document requirements, define scope and objectives for the generation of documentation, procedures, logs, and instructions, both for internal and external consumption.
• Compile key project‑relevant information from vendor documentation and recommend course of action.
• Create software specifications for larger changes and projects.
• Identify problems and root causes, then quickly resolve them.
• Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.

Not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice at management’s sole discretion.

• Degree in Engineering with an emphasis in embedded control, automation, and computer programming.
• 2 to 4 years of work related experience.
• Programming languages:
  • C# – for low level programming
  • TwinCAT/Ladder logic – PLC programming
  • XML – Configuration
  • XAML – Screen control
• Robotics integration.
• Teamwork and communication.

• Systems Thinking – holistic view to understand how different parts of the system interact.
• Feedback Loops – recognizing feedback mechanisms and understanding appropriate system reactions.
• Reliability and Redundancy – designing automation that ensures reliability and fault tolerance, allowing recovery from failures without impacting the overall process.

With positive values, a productive atmosphere, and a commitment to excellence, Ferrotec encourages employees to maximize and realize their potential.

The salary range included in this job posting is relevant to applicants who reside or work in the Livermore, CA area only. Salary offers will depend on experience, knowledge, skills, education, and location. Actual salary may vary due to these and other factors.

Ferrotec is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401(k) Matching, Flexible Work Hours, Tuition Reimbursement, Leadership Development, Travel and Hotel Discounts, Paid Time Off, Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time, Employee Recognition Program, Employee Engagement & Appreciation Events hosted throughout the year. Virtual Wellness Activities and Classes are available to all employees and family members and much more!

We would love to get to know you better and you get to know us better! You can easily apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.