Controls & Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation Engineer [OBS denna annons har utgått]

Annons: 27054691
Yrke: Automationsingenjör, elkraft
Arbetsgivare: ESRANGE
Arbetets ort: Kiruna, Norrbottens län
Senaste ansökningsdatum: 2023-02-22
Publiceringsdatum: 2023-01-23

Kvalifikationer

Språk: Engelska



Presentation:


WHO WE ARE

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

WHY JOIN US

  • Be at the centre of an agile and dynamic team of highly motivated space enthusiasts
  • You will be part of an incredible start-up journey
  • Huge learning potential and the opportunity to build things from the ground up (literally)
  • You’ll enjoy a high level of freedom and autonomy
  • Flat hierarchy and open communication

THE MISSION

The Controls & Automation Engineer will maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade the control system of our rocket engine test facility near Kiruna (Sweden) and will be the technical responsible for both software and hardware elements of the control system. There will be close collaboration with our Munich control systems team for work on both this facility, and other future projects. The Controls & Automation Engineer will be involved in day to day test operations, and will work alongside Propulsion Test Engineers to operate the facility. It is expected that there will be a close connection to the other Test Engineers, and development of a deep understanding of facility systems and requirements.

More specifically, you will:

  • Develop PLC software for existing and future control systems in Kiruna
  • Design PLC hardware setups and PLC-related networks
  • Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems
  • Commission control systems and maintain/upgrade them
  • Be the responsible for hardware and software related topics
  • Perform rocket engine tests as part of the local test engineering and operations team

Requirements

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU HAVE

Musts:

  • Degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or similar, or a certified engineer (‘staatlich geprüfter Techniker’) in automation technology
  • Experience in the field of PLC programming (soft-PLC) and commissioning, preferably using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS based systems
  • Experience in giving technical support and troubleshooting in the field and remotely
  • Knowledge about fieldbus systems
  • Knowledge of sensors/sensor signals and test equipment
  • Experience designing and building PLC systems to EU and international standards, preferably with Beckhoff controllers
  • Experience with functional safety system design and implementation
  • Basic understanding of electrical schematics
  • Passionate about new space, curious and eager to learn
  • Driven to deliver and constantly push the boundaries
  • Take ownership and accountability for your own actions and mistakes
  • Humble and willing to go out of your way to help others
  • Can-do attitude and outstanding communication skills
  • Fluent English. German is highly preferred


WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE SELECTION PROCESS:

If your profile matches our needs, you will be contacted in a few weeks by our Talent team for a first HR video-interview. A technical assignment might be sent to you in order to assess your knowledge on the topics required for the job. In case of positive outcome, you will then attend 1-2 technical interview(s) with your potential future colleagues.

Benefits

Want to find more about us?

Visit: www.isaraerospace.com