Control Systems Engineer – Manufacturing & Automation

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion! This is a full-time, onsite role based at our headquarters in Denver, CO. As a Control Systems Engineer – Manufacturing & Automation, you will apply your expertise in industrial automation and PLC-based control systems to design, stand up, and support advanced manufacturing and assembly lines. You will work hands-on with PLCs, robotics, safety systems, fieldbus networks, and industrial IO to enable reliable, scalable, and repeatable production systems. We are looking for engineers who enjoy building systems from concept through commissioning and thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments. Responsibilities Design, develop, and commission PLC‑based control systems across process, manufacturing cells, motion control, and building automation, owning the work from initial concept through production deployment and operational handoff. Su [... source excerpt omitted ...] with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations throughout the equipment lifecycle Support creation, deployment, and handoff of documentation into production, including operator and maintenance training Work with external machine builders, integrators, and suppliers to ensure system performance and compliance Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and commissioning control systems for manufacturing or industrial automation environments Strong experience with PLC platforms used in manufactur [... source excerpt omitted ...] epts such as safety PLCs, safety IO, and safe motion Experience with machine vision systems used for inspection or alignment Experience with SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition) and production data collection Experience supporting automated systems in a production or high-volume manufacturing environment Familiarity with version control, code standards, and structured documentation practices for control systems Greenfield manufacturing startup or rapid scale-up experience Equal Employment Opportunity Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated wo