Automation Control Engineer II

Job title: Automation Control Engineer II

Job Description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Manufacturing teams are the gatekeepers who ensure our groundbreaking products meet the standards of innovation and performance we pride ourselves on. From the engineers who design large-scale production systems and cutting-edge quality assurance tools to the hands-on associates who manage our massive inventory flow, they make up a diverse group of behind-the-scenes team members dedicated to the success of our organization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Designing and scaling industrial automation systems requires continuous optimization to eliminate production bottlenecks, reduce equipment downtime, and lower manufacturing costs. Modern automated environments depend on complex integrations of PLC/HMI/SCADA controls, 3D CAD modeling, and advanced robotics across diverse business lines. This role solves critical manufacturing inefficiencies, establishes standardized operational procedures, and drives end-to-end deployment of semi- and fully-automated equipment to maximize throughput and product quality.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Design, validate, and optimize manual and automated manufacturing processes to improve cycle times, product quality, and throughput while minimizing downtime
• Implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems along with sensors, instrumentation, and advanced robotics to automate workflows across key business lines
• Create detailed 3D CAD designs, control panel layouts, test fixtures, and electrical schematics for automated equipment
• Develop standardized process documentation, including SOEs and SOPs, and collaborate with maintenance technicians to establish planned maintenance procedures
• Leverage AI tools and predictive analytics to optimize equipment diagnostic workflows, streamline CAD design iterations, and improve automated process reliability
• Lead intermediate-to-complex engineering projects from concept through deployment while ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):

• Critical experience managing industrial automation projects, controls engineering initiatives, and process optimization programs
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS to design control systems and test fixtures
• Deep understanding of PLC, HMI, SCADA systems, industrial networks, sensors, motor controls, and continuous improvement methodologies like Lean Manufacturing
• Strong skills in technical writing, cross-functional team collaboration, mentoring junior engineering staff, and problem solving under minimal direction
• Practical AI Application skills to enhance data analysis, reporting, predictive maintenance modeling, and control sequence optimization

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Minimum

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or automated manufacturing environments
• Required Technical

Skills

Must have at least 3 years of experience with:

• PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems, sensors, instrumentation, and robotics
• 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS for controls, fixtures, and schematic designs
• Standard process documentation development (SOEs/SOPs) and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement techniques

Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and work directly alongside manufacturing equipment for long periods
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and perform hands-on work with tools, control cabinets, and machinery
• Specific vision abilities required to inspect intricate components, interpret technical drawings, and perform detailed wiring or mechanical adjustments

Work Environment:

• Split between an office setting and a dynamic manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, automated systems, and moderate noise levels

• May require working in non-temperature-controlled areas within plant environments

• Visa sponsorship not available for this role

• Salary Ranges

• Compensation: 85000.00/Year - 103400.00/Year

Benefits

• We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

• The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

• Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

• The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.