Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
The Principal Automation & Controls Engineer will lead the development of flexible robotic manufacturing & automation systems, core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS).
The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their skills in leadership, hardware, and software to create bleeding-edge industrial automation systems, support production operations, and democratize factory data to support key business decisions. Divergent is pushing the boundaries of technology and we need a passionate and agile engineer to help us create the platform for sustainable manufacturing.
The Role- Own and drive development of next generation PLC, HMI & SCADA software & controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories & factory modules.
- Own and develop automation software standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection.
- Collaborate with team members on both the development and deployment of these standards, raising the overall level of the team through your experience and technical leadership.
- Architect new advanced automation systems, ultimately leading to detailed design, development and commissioning of first article factory modules.
- Develop controls systems for new and experimental processes in an R&D environment.
- Understand and steer production operations requirements for factory modules leading to increased overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data.
- Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure that program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget.
- Support engineering teams in achieving resolution of any gridlock, rather than merely report status. Must have the leadership ability and intelligence to drive hands-on execution of a highly motivated and intelligent team under intense time constraints.
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- 10 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments
- IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience
- Industrial electrical and safety experience
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards.
- Advanced experience working with the Beckhoff TwinCAT & hardware ecosystem.
- Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control.
- Advanced industrial networking experience
- Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols, i.e. FSoE & PROFIsafe
- Experience developing SCADA & other factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards, etc.
- Experience with Industrial robot platforms, offline program, and virtual commissioning.
- Experience with industrial electrical schematic tools, such as EPlan or AutoCAD electrical.
- Experience with standard software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID, unit testing and development tools such as GIT.
- Technical leadership experience in defining standards, methods, processes, and training.
- Office and factory environment
- 100% onsite
- Minimal travel
- Work near moving mechanical parts
At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels Staff - Principal as evaluated through our interview process.
- Staff Engineer / E06: $148,430 - $204,090
- Principal Engineer / E07: $171,450 - $235,740
What We Offer:
- Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
- Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
- Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
- Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
- Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an 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, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
EEO Poster
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.
E-Verify: Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
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Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Skills Required
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls
- 10 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments
- IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience
- Industrial electrical and safety experience
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards
- Advanced experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT and hardware ecosystem
- Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control
- Advanced industrial networking experience
- Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols (FSoE, PROFIsafe)
- Experience developing SCADA and factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards
- Experience with industrial robot platforms, offline programming, and virtual commissioning
- Experience with industrial electrical schematic tools such as EPlan or AutoCAD Electrical
- Familiarity with standard software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID, unit testing, and development tools such as GIT
- Technical leadership experience defining standards, methods, processes, and training
Divergent Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Divergent and has not been reviewed or approved by Divergent.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive to strong for many engineering and leadership roles, with market-competitive to above‑market ranges cited in postings. Feedback suggests cash compensation is often a relative strength versus other facets.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as comprehensive and very good, with HMO/PPO options plus company-paid life and disability coverage. Feedback highlights peace of mind from medical coverage as part of total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, a year‑end shutdown, and paid parental leave are repeatedly listed. Feedback suggests this time‑off setup is solid for a hardware/advanced manufacturing context.
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What We Do
Divergent aims to revolutionize the auto industry through 3D printing. Our patented production system incorporates Nodes - 3D printed metal connectors - with lightweight materials to create strong and efficient complex structures. Divergent 3D's technology eliminates tooling and drives radical innovation, capital reduction, and sustainability in vehicle manufacturing. We put a powerful new set of tools into the hands of creative innovators, enabling success in the auto industry for a new generation. Our engineering prototype, Blade, is the world's first 3D printed supercar. We're hiring! Please apply directly to the job posting or email directly: [email protected]
