Controls Engineer II

Controls Engineer II

Join Dynavac—a leader in high-vacuum process equipment—and help us support some of the most advanced organizations in aerospace, defense, and thin-film technology. If you enjoy solving challenges, working with talented cross-functional teams, and owning projects from concept through commissioning, this role is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

Salary range: $85,900 to $110,700, based on experience

Dynavac is a leading engineering and manufacturing company with headquarters in Hingham MA. We specialize in custom high-vacuum process equipment for applications including space simulation testing, thin-film coatings, and other precision processes. Our systems combine advanced technologies in pressure vessel design, material handling, automation, and integrated control systems.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate leads the design, development, and implementation of control systems for advanced manufacturing equipment, including thin film deposition, thermal vacuum, and custom vacuum systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop process functional design specifications that detail control strategy and sequence of operations
• Lead controls engineering efforts across full project lifecycle, including design, programming, testing, and commissioning
• Document controls engineering design including functionality, operational requirements, safety considerations, and operating procedures
• Perform system integration including I/O checkout, system validation, and performance testing
• Maintain and organize software backups from systems either in production or at customer facilities
• Perform Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) with customers to meet their expectations.
• Perform on-site upgrades to existing systems at customer facilities
• Generate redline documentation and implement corrective action for system issues and design improvements.
• Support customer problems remotely (diagnostics and upgrade implementation)
• Travel domestically and internationally as required

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to customers and cross-functional teams
• Excellent time management and productivity in a dynamic environment.

Experience, Education & Skills

• 3-7 years of hands-on experience in controls engineering or industrial automation
• Strong experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and system integration
• Experience working with industrial equipment, sensors, instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues in field environments
• Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with customers

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Standard office environment with occasional travel to customer sites for evaluations

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $85,900 to $110,700, based on experience
• Excellent benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, paid time off, and more
• Opportunities to work on innovative, custom-engineered equipment used by leading aerospace and technology organizations
• Collaborative culture with a focus on professional growth and technical excellence

This role is split between office-based engineering work and hands-on activities in a manufacturing environment (approximately 50% office / 50% production floor). Responsibilities include working on and around industrial equipment, performing system testing and integration, and supporting equipment commissioning.

The role requires the ability to:

• Stand, walk, and work on a manufacturing floor for extended periods
• Use standard tools and interact with electrical/mechanical systems
• Travel domestically as required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation