Design Lead - Harness, Electrical Cabling and Packaging, Creo Schematics

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineer to support the design, integration, commissioning, and first-article build of a custom Ion Beam Deposition (IBD) system. This individual will serve as the technical focal point for electrical systems, controls architecture, motion control, power distribution, equipment integration, and system troubleshooting. The ideal candidate possesses hands-on experience with complex industrial equipment incorporating high-voltage power supplies, RF systems, PLC-based controls, vacuum systems, motion control, and industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities

System Integration

• Lead integration of subsystems into a fully functional deposition platform.
• Develop and maintain system-level electrical and controls architecture.
• Define interfaces between electrical, mechanical, process, software, and safety systems.
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and factory acceptance testing.

Electrical Systems

• Design and review industrial electrical systems operating from:
• 208 VAC three-phase delta
• Control power distribution
• Specify transformers, disconnects, breakers, fusing, power distribution, and grounding schemes.
• Troubleshoot power quality and electrical integration issues.

Controls & Automation

• Develop and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems.
• Design and implement analog and digital I/O architectures.
• Integrate:
• Sensors
• Pressure transducers
• Flow controllers
• Temperature controllers
• Vacuum instrumentation
• Support HMI and supervisory control development.

Motion Control

• Integrate servo and stepper motion systems.
• Commission motor drives and motion controllers.
• Troubleshoot positioning, synchronization, and interlock issues.
• Interface motion subsystems with overall equipment controls.

Process Equipment Integration

• Integrate and troubleshoot:
• High-voltage DC power supplies
• RF generators and matching networks
• Ion sources
• Vacuum pumps and valves
• Mass flow controllers
• Process monitoring instrumentation

Safety Systems

• Develop equipment safety architecture.
• Implement machine interlocks and safety PLC functions.
• Support lockout/tagout requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industrial and electrical safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 7 years of experience developing complex industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of:
• 208 VAC three-phase delta distribution
• Analog and digital control systems
• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Industrial communication protocols
• Motion control systems
• Hands-on experience commissioning industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and generate electrical schematics

Initial 2-3 months – Veeco - Plainview for training  (Temporary)– until October (approx. 3 months)

Then will be based in Beverly @Axcelis starting in Oct for 6-7 months, could be extended

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You'll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

Beverly, MA, USA