Controls Engineer

Focused Energy is a pioneering fusion energy start-up developing commercial laser-induced inertial fusion technology. The Controls Engineer will lead the development, integration, and commissioning of control systems for the Target Test Experiment (TTE) project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or scientific/industrial system integration.
• Proven experience with PLC-based control systems (e.g., Beckhoff, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with safety-rated control functions and interlock systems.
• Hands-on experience with HMI development, system configuration, and commissioning.
• Competency in data acquisition systems, synchronisation methods, and signal interfacing.
• Ability to read and develop control schematics, interface specifications, and system documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work within multi-disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, diagnostics).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with system-level debugging in live environments.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities