Position Title: Automation/Controls Engineer

Location: Milpitas

Company Description: Six Sigma (the services division of Winslow Automation, Inc.) is the industry expert in the soldering and modification of high-reliability integrated circuits for space, telecommunications, military, and medical industries. With 35 years of experience, we are one of the few remaining semiconductors manufacturing companies in Silicon Valley and we are here to stay! We believe in doing it right the first time and doing the right thing all the time. Our team of ~80 employees is continuously growing, and we need honest, reliable, and fun individuals to join us.

Why Join Us?

Stable high-technology company.

Fun-loving team members.

Close to BART and light rail.

Proud to be 100% vaccinated.

Position Summary:

Utilize mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering to design, prototype, and implement automated machinery for in-house use.

Use CAD to design, prototype, and implement physical modules for use on production machines.

Design, prototype, and assemble electrical panels and enclosures.

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop and maintain design and process requirements.

Generate, maintain, and execute project plans for building new machines and improving old machines.

Perform engineering evaluations and qualifications to verify and validate machines.

Create documentation detailing the design, build instructions, and work instructions of machines.

Job Requirements:

Education: B.S. or greater in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience: Two plus years of experience preferred.

General Requirements:

Experience designing mechatronics systems and/or tabletop machinery.

Experience with embedded systems and hardware-software integration.

Experience with mechanical CAD using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar software.

Experience with electrical panel design and general electrical engineering concepts.

Experience designing and generating electrical schematics.

Experience using power tools.

Familiarity with low-level programming languages such as C, Rust, Verilog, or any assembly language.

Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or programmable automation controllers (PACs) and their programming languages (ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, etc.) is a plus.

Familiarity with machine vision hardware (lights, cameras, lenses) and software (image filtering, object detection, measuring and gauging) is a plus.

Logical trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Detail-oriented.

Good organizational skills.

Fast learner, self-motivated, and accomplishment driven.

Ability to work productively in a small-team setting, and occasionally work solo.

Skilled in use of MS Office computer applications.

Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report.

Physical Attributes Required:

Sitting, standing, walking, and computer use up to 8 hours/day.

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Physical ability to lift 25 pounds.

Employees Enjoy:

9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

Life Insurance and Long-term Disability

Paid Holidays & PTO

401(k)

Profit Sharing

You may come in to fill out an application at 905 Montague Expressway Milpitas, CA 95035; or visit https://sixsigmaservices.com

This position requires handling of product or information which is subject to ITAR regulations. Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., a Green Card Holder).