Electrical Engineer II

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Electrical Engineer II

Full‑Time in Thornton, CO – Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast‑growing materials company focused on manufacturing nano‑scale coatings across a wide range of markets. We are seeking an Electrical Engineer II to join our Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team. The Electrical Engineer II is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of electrical systems for semiconductor equipment and related automation platforms. This role contributes to system architecture, supports product development, and collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems, including power distribution, industrial control panels, and wiring architecture.
• Create and maintain schematics, BOMs, and electrical drawings (e.g., SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Select components such as sensors, motors, drives, PLCs, and safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (UL, CE, SEMI where applicable).
• Support control panels, low‑voltage instrumentation, and power electrical distribution design.
• Integrate PLC and motion control (Allen‑Bradley, Beckhoff, etc.).
• Interface with software/controls engineers for system functionality and debugging.
• Validate I/O mapping and system communication (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
• Support system commissioning, debug, and validation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and system‑level issues.
• Conduct electrical testing, verification, and failure analysis.
• Participate in new product development and sustaining engineering efforts.
• Identify design improvements for performance, cost, and reliability.
• Support design reviews and risk assessments (FMEA, design validation).
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control.
• Support generation of technical documentation for installation and service.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in electrical design, controls, or system integration.
• Experience with electrical schematics and panel design.
• Experience with PLC‑based control systems.
• Experience with industrial sensors, actuators, and power systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

Work Environment

This is an on‑site role. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including eye protection, gloves, steel‑toed shoes, lab coat, and when necessary a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and plant policies, rules, and regulations is required. Forge Nano follows recommended COVID‑19 safety protocols and accepts candidates willing to adhere to these policies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands for finger mobility, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Travel

Up to 15% travel to client locations may be required.

Why Join Forge Nano?

Lead control engineering for cutting‑edge semiconductor and nanotechnology tools. Drive global IT/OT and automation initiatives in a fast‑scaling company. Work in a collaborative culture with strong technical and leadership growth opportunities.

Compensation/Benefits

$90,000.00 - $105,000.00 depending on qualifications.

Medical/dental/vision, disability and life insurance; holidays; generous PTO; FSA, HSA with qualifying medical plan; numerous voluntary benefits; and 401(k) with company match.

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.