Automation and Controls Engineer, Manufacturing

About This Role

As an Automation and Controls Engineer on the Manufacturing team, you will support the team directly to build out automation test stands and assembly processes and to integrate and automate the systems and robots that run our manufacturing floor - including material-loading robots, automated feed lines, and assembly stations.

You'll be trusted to take equipment and processes from concept through commissioning and own the outcome: reliable, repeatable, and on time. You will play a critical role in scaling General Matter's production capability as the company works to build a domestic supply of enriched uranium and secure America's energy future. The ideal candidate is hands-on, thrives in fast-paced environments, and takes pride in flawless execution.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and commission automation test stands and assembly-process equipment for the manufacturing floor.
• Integrate and program automated systems and industrial robots - including material-loading robots, automated feed lines, and assembly stations.
• Develop control systems (PLC, HMI, and motion control) and support electrical and pneumatic hardware for production equipment.
• Partner directly with the Manufacturing team to translate process requirements into reliable, repeatable automated workflows.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and continuously improve automated equipment to maximize uptime, throughput, and safety.
• Develop and maintain equipment documentation, control logic, and standard operating procedures.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to specify, source, and deploy new automation equipment on schedule.

Basic Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in automation, controls, or manufacturing engineering (relevant internship or co-op experience considered).
• Hands-on experience programming and integrating PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, or similar).
• Experience designing, building, or commissioning automated equipment such as test stands, feed lines, or assembly stations.
• Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and motion-control systems, with strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Proactive, reliable communicator who documents work clearly and collaborates well on the manufacturing floor.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, or a related engineering field (or equivalent experience).
• U.S. citizenship (required for export-controlled and national-security-systems work).

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with robotic integration and automation for high-mix or high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with SCADA, industrial networking, machine vision, and safety systems (e.g., light curtains, E-stops, interlocks).
• Experience in energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, nuclear, or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (NIST, NRC, ATO/cATO).
• Experience with human-in-the-loop simulation and virtual commissioning to validate how operators interact with equipment before deployment.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000 annually.

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors.

In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.