viaPhoton

Automation Engineer

Naperville, IL

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$95kDetected 12 days ago

PythonC++StatisticsSolidWorksRoboticsPLCMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringControls5G/LTEFiber Optics

About the role

Bridge automation and human process, integrating complex mechanized systems into highly optimized manual manufacturing workflows
Have at least 3 years delivering end-to-end industrial automation solutions from concept to deployment (5 to 10 years is ideal)
Are proficient in SolidWorks, Python, C/C++, and PLC programming (Siemens or Allen Bradley)

You'll design and build one-of-a-kind automation machines that power fiber optic manufacturing.
Own the full design cycle in SolidWorks, from initial concept and part design to physical prototyping, iteration, and troubleshooting
Improve what exists, applying design experiments and statistical analysis to refine and evolve machines over time
Collaborate constantly across engineering, operations, and production teams to deliver solutions that actually work on the floor
We're building something big, and we want good people along for the ride.

Have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field

This is hands-on work where you'll solve complex problems integrating machine vision, precision motion control, and mechanical design.
Design and build novel automation machines from concept through deployment, integrating machine vision, precision motion control, and custom mechanical assemblies
Have hands-on experience with motion control systems, vision systems, and embedded hardware like Jetson Nano and Raspberry Pi
Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
Flexible PTO that grows over time
Compensation: $75,000 to $95,000 base, plus annual bonus

We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led. viaPhoton is reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era.
We design and deliver custom-engineered, end-to-end fiber connectivity solutions for the data centers, 5G networks, and AI infrastructure shaping the next decade, and our customers need them in weeks, not months.
In five years we've grown to a team of 200+ and 4x'd our revenue in the last year alone, and we're just getting started.
We're looking for people who want to do their best work with a team that's moving fast.

We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions based on merit and qualifications.

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