{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c46bfd5ce070abd5e7fb9dd5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c46bfd5ce070abd5e7fb9dd5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c46bfd5ce070abd5e7fb9dd5","title":"Controls System Engineer","description":"Company Description:Nikon SLM Solutions is a leading provider of metal based additive manufacturing technology, commonly referred to as 3D printers, utilizing selective laser melting and powder bed fusion technology. Our 3D printers are designed to produce parts directly from a variety of metal powders. The customers for our metal based additive manufacturing systems come from various industries such as aerospace, energy, healthcare, and automotive. Headquartered in Lübeck Germany, Nikon SLM Solutions has approximately 600 employees worldwide.Position Description:The Control System Engineer represents the link between the control and software development teams on one side and the Service team on the other side.The Control System Engineer is responsible for:Be the first point of contact for Service team for the assigned fleetGuidance for Field Service in trouble shootings by analysis at Controls System level as well as direct service at machines in assigned fleetDefine proposal for issue resolution involving development team for design modificationsBe a driver of continuous improvement feeding with feedback the development teamSupport Training for service personnel for Control System of SLM machineryFeasibility check for fulfillment of SLM machine controls upgrade requestsDesign customized solution for application subjected to specific local regulations.Qualifications and Requirements:Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechatronics engineering, electrical engineering, automation technology or a comparable subject3+ years of experience in system design in highly complex control systems in the industrial, automotive, medical or aerospace sectors3+ years of professional experience as PLC Developer and Automation Designer (m/f/d)Solid knowledge of automation and control technology as well as of electro-mechanical componentsGood Knowledge of PLC programming tools and languages (Siemens TIA Portal, Schneider, SCL/ST, CoDeSys)Good Knowledge of drive systems.Good Knowledge of network protocols (TCP, UDP) and related tools (e.g. wireshark) might be useful as well.Familiarity with P&IDs, wiring diagrams, pneumatic systems and system requirements.Experience in submitting bug reports and willingness to dig deep into problems to determine the root cause.Good knowledge of electrical engineering and electrical constructionGood communication skillsOur Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision401(k) plan and 4% matchHoliday Pay and Paid Time OffPaid parental leaveGym reimbursementTuition reimbursementCompany-paid disability coverageCompany-paid life insuranceNikon SLM Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship or Green Card is required.","company":"Nikon Slm Solutions","rawCompany":"nikon slm solutions","city":"Long Beach","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-18T10:08:57.228Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"17-3024.00","title":"Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electro-mechanical-and-mechatronics-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controls System Engineer","description":"Company Description:Nikon SLM Solutions is a leading provider of metal based additive manufacturing technology, commonly referred to as 3D printers, utilizing selective laser melting and powder bed fusion technology. Our 3D printers are designed to produce parts directly from a variety of metal powders. The customers for our metal based additive manufacturing systems come from various industries such as aerospace, energy, healthcare, and automotive. Headquartered in Lübeck Germany, Nikon SLM Solutions has approximately 600 employees worldwide.Position Description:The Control System Engineer represents the link between the control and software development teams on one side and the Service team on the other side.The Control System Engineer is responsible for:Be the first point of contact for Service team for the assigned fleetGuidance for Field Service in trouble shootings by analysis at Controls System level as well as direct service at machines in assigned fleetDefine proposal for issue resolution involving development team for design modificationsBe a driver of continuous improvement feeding with feedback the development teamSupport Training for service personnel for Control System of SLM machineryFeasibility check for fulfillment of SLM machine controls upgrade requestsDesign customized solution for application subjected to specific local regulations.Qualifications and Requirements:Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechatronics engineering, electrical engineering, automation technology or a comparable subject3+ years of experience in system design in highly complex control systems in the industrial, automotive, medical or aerospace sectors3+ years of professional experience as PLC Developer and Automation Designer (m/f/d)Solid knowledge of automation and control technology as well as of electro-mechanical componentsGood Knowledge of PLC programming tools and languages (Siemens TIA Portal, Schneider, SCL/ST, CoDeSys)Good Knowledge of drive systems.Good Knowledge of network protocols (TCP, UDP) and related tools (e.g. wireshark) might be useful as well.Familiarity with P&IDs, wiring diagrams, pneumatic systems and system requirements.Experience in submitting bug reports and willingness to dig deep into problems to determine the root cause.Good knowledge of electrical engineering and electrical constructionGood communication skillsOur Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision401(k) plan and 4% matchHoliday Pay and Paid Time OffPaid parental leaveGym reimbursementTuition reimbursementCompany-paid disability coverageCompany-paid life insuranceNikon SLM Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship or Green Card is required.","datePosted":"2026-06-18T10:08:57.228Z","dateModified":"2026-06-18T10:08:57.228Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Nikon Slm Solutions","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Long Beach","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c46bfd5ce070abd5e7fb9dd5"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c46bfd5ce070abd5e7fb9dd5"}}