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E-Space

Sustainable satellite constellations for AIoT data

Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/Beckhoff

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeArlington, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of hands-on controls engineering experience in production automation.
  • Deep expertise in Beckhoff and TwinCAT 3, including Structured Text, Function Block Diagram, EtherCAT, and motion control.
  • Experience integrating programmable logic controllers with industrial robots such as ABB or Fanuc.
  • Strong understanding of servo drives, electrical schematics, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Experience implementing machine safety standards, including interlocks, emergency stops, and safety programmable logic controllers.
  • A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Controls, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain automation controls using Beckhoff programmable logic controllers (CX/IPC series) and TwinCAT 3.
  • Write structured, modular code in Structured Text and Function Block Diagram.
  • Configure EtherCAT topologies, motion axes, and I/O mapping for deterministic real-time control.
  • Implement state machines, PID loops, and coordinated motion for robotics, conveyors, and process equipment.
  • Integrate Beckhoff systems with ABB and Fanuc robots and external sensors over TCP/IP, OPC-UA, and Modbus-TCP.
  • Lead on-site commissioning, real-time debugging, trace analysis, and handover of production cells.
  • Implement and maintain machine safety logic, interlocks, and alarms.
  • Develop and maintain code libraries, templates, and configuration-management standards.
  • Support manufacturing execution system and enterprise resource planning data connectivity for traceability and production analytics.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience integrating with both ABB and Fanuc robots.
  • Aerospace, semiconductor, or satellite manufacturing background.
  • Experience with vision systems, web handling, or vacuum-based equipment.
  • Manufacturing execution system or enterprise resource planning integration experience.

About the Company

E-Space

Sustainable satellite constellations for AIoT data

E-Space designs small, easy-to-install satellite devices that can be tracked and connected from anywhere on Earth. Its E-Space LEO platform uses AIoT to optimize data from these devices, turning it into actionable insights and automated actions. By redesigning spacecraft, antenna, and deployment methods, it lowers the cost of satellite systems and makes space technology more accessible for governments, businesses, communities, and individuals. The company aims to be an ESG-aligned partner, using space data to support sustainable decisions and responsible planetary stewardship.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$50M
Headquarters
Arlington, TX
Founded
2021

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