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Controls Engineer, PLC Programming

Arlington, TX

$90k-$130k / yearest.

full-timemidSatellite communications

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll architect and deploy Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 control systems for robotic and precision-assembly manufacturing lines. Your work will directly impact connectivity from space by building a LEO satellite system. You'll integrate with Fanuc robots and EtherCAT for world-class reliability.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Design and program Beckhoff PLCs using TwinCAT 3 with Structured Text and FBD.
  • Configure EtherCAT topologies, motion axes, and I/O mapping.
  • Integrate Beckhoff systems with Fanuc robots and sensors over TCP/IP, OPC-UA.
  • Support on-site commissioning and debugging of production automation cells.

📋 Requirements

  • 3–8 years hands-on Beckhoff/TwinCAT 3 experience in production automation.
  • PLC programming in Structured Text, Ladder, and FBD.
  • Motion control tuning and EtherCAT configuration.
  • Electrical schematics and industrial communication protocols.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience with Fanuc robots and end effectors.
  • Background in aerospace, semiconductor, or satellite manufacturing.
  • Safety PLC programming experience.
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