Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.
Job Purpose
- VulcanForms is currently seeking a Senior Controls Engineer – Factory Automation to join our Engineering team in Devens, MA. In this position, you will be the key contributor to the team responsible for leading automated machinery to fit production process from concept to qualification. Your primary focus will be to design, develop, and deploy automated machinery to fit VF production process. This job will also entail integration of all automated equipment into VF SCADA system with focus on data acquisition, performance monitoring and UI.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary engineering teams on automated machinery design
- Size and select control system components, and independently develop technical specifications, parameter lists, and engineering documentation for project implementation
- Provide technical leadership for the design, integration, implementation, and lifecycle support of manufacturing OT systems, including HMI and SCADA platforms, industrial networks, data-collection and application servers, databases, and interfaces between equipment and plant or enterprise applications
- Define architecture spanning PLC, HMI, SCADA, edge, historian, and MES layers
- Design secure, resilient interfaces for production commands, machine states, alarms, recipes, quality parameters, and confirmations
- Architect machine-to-SCADA and MES-to-machine connectivity using OPC UA, MQTT, APIs, industrial protocols, and event-driven patterns
- Integrate manufacturing equipment into the broader OT environment, applying working knowledge of PLCs, equipment controls, industrial communications, and machine-level data to define interface requirements
- Coordinate with equipment suppliers and system integrators throughout design, build, and installation
- Test, maintain, and integrate controls software algorithms and automation hardware components
- Lead troubleshooting, technical acceptance testing, commissioning, and system validation to ensure reliable performance and successful project delivery
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- 7+ years of direct experience as a controls engineer working on automated processes and system integration.
- Advanced experience designing and building automation control systems (PLC, SCADA).
- Proven ability to troubleshoot control systems, hardware, and components in fast-paced, high-intensity environments.
- Solid understanding of industrial control panel design and fabrication (UL508A).
- Solid understanding of instrumentation and controls (I&C), including field instrumentation and control system installation and configuration.
- Solid understanding of engineering documentation, including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
- Knowledge of single- and multi-axis coordinated motion control.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP-based communication protocols, industrial networks, and system integration concepts.
- Advanced experience with Siemens and Ignition.
VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
The annual base salary range for this position is $105,515 - $145,083.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
- 7+ years of direct experience as a controls engineer working on automated processes and system integration
- Advanced experience designing and building automation control systems, including PLC and SCADA systems
- Experience troubleshooting control systems, hardware, and components
- Understanding of industrial control panel design and fabrication, including UL508A
- Understanding of instrumentation and controls, including field instrumentation and control system installation and configuration
- Understanding of engineering documentation, including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures
- Knowledge of single- and multi-axis coordinated motion control
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP-based communication protocols, industrial networks, and system integration concepts
- Advanced experience with Siemens and Ignition
What We Do
VulcanForms builds and operates advanced digital manufacturing infrastructure that enables the world's critical industries to innovate, grow, and deliver sustainable impact. A MIT-born company, VulcanForms has invented and commercialized the world’s first industrially scalable metal additive manufacturing (AM) solution and pioneered integrated digital production systems. Combining breakthrough technologies in additive and subtractive manufacturing, industrial automation, digital thread and engineering expertise, the company serves leading medical, defense, aerospace, and semiconductor companies, producing precision components and assemblies. For more information, visit www.vulcanforms.com.
