Automation and Controls Engineer, Manufacturing

Los Angeles, CAfull timeOn Site

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$130k–$180k

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Generalmatter Controls Software Engineer at Generalmatter designs and implements control and automation software for chemical processing and production systems. The role involves developing PLC, SCADA/HMI systems, and high-performance software services for mission-critical automation.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Controls Software Engineer to design and implement the control and automation software stack for test stands and production systems. This role sits at the intersection of industrial automation and systems software engineering, and is responsible for building reliable, maintainable, and safety-critical control systems spanning PLCs, SCADA/HMI, and supporting high-performance software services. The successful candidate will play a central role in defining the architecture, implementation standards, and operational reliability of mission-critical automation systems.
Design, implement, and maintain PLC-based control systems for chemical processing equipment, test stands, and production systems.
Develop and integrate SCADA/HMI systems for monitoring, control, alarming, and operational visibility.
Build supporting services and control infrastructure for high-reliability and performance-critical components.
Define and champion modern software engineering practices, control system architecture, coding standards, testing strategies, and operational best practices across the automation stack.
Migrate and modernize existing PLC logic onto the in-house control software platform.
Work closely with hardware, electrical, and process engineering teams to integrate sensors, actuators, and field devices.
Lead debugging, root cause analysis, and reliability improvements across the full automation stack.

Qualification

Experience building supporting servicesBackground in safety-criticalExperience designing fault-tolerantExperience with automated testingAdditional RequirementsEqual Opportunity Employer

Required

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
5+ years of experience developing industrial control systems or automation software in C/C++ or Python
Strong production-level experience programming PLCs and industrial control platforms (e.g: Beckhoff/TwinCAT, Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent), including IEC 61131-3 languages such as Structured Text
Hands-on experience with real-time control, motion and I/O, and hardware/software integration, with a strong understanding of control loops and functional safety
Experience with SCADA/HMI systems and industrial networking (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus, OPC-UA)

Preferred

Experience building supporting services, control infrastructure, and tooling in C++, Rust, and/or Python
Background in safety-critical, high-reliability, or regulated industrial environments (e.g., chemical, energy, aerospace, robotics, semiconductor)
Experience designing fault-tolerant, observable, and testable control systems
Experience with automated testing, simulation, or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test frameworks
Demonstrated technical leadership in setting engineering standards, and building and mentoring high-performance engineering teams
Additional Requirements
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Equity/RSU

Company

Generalmatter

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10000+ employees

Industrial

Founded 1892

Source: greenhouse

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