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PLC Programmer

JD 1005. PLC Programmer

ATOCO, Inc. is a startup company founded by the distinguished scientist Prof. Omar Yaghi, the inventor of MOF and COF chemistry. ATOCO is currently working on technologies in the fields of atmospheric water harvesting and CO2 capture.

 

This position will join the initial small startup team that will be working on technology commercialization of technologies from the University of California, Berkeley. This position will focus on the design and scale up of systems that improve their overall performance in adsorbing/desorbing water vapor and CO2.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute on bringing prototype designs to life through CAD, component sizing/sourcing, purchasing, and assembly of electrical systems.
  • Work with and report to the head of Product Engineering to achieve the department goals of scaling up commercial-grade atmospheric water and CO2 capture technology.
  • Design, program, and configure PLC systems to meet optimal operational needs.
  • Debug, test, and validate control logic to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
  • Maintain an electronic notebook detailing all observations and measurements.
  • Contribute to the intellectual property of the company by writing and participating in invention disclosures.
  • Perform periodic reporting to management and participate in technical meetings.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, mechanical engineering, or a similar field.
  • At least 3 years of experience as a PLC programmer. Must have hands-on experience building systems.
  • Electrical and mechanical engineer experience.
  • Proficiency in CAD software like Solidworks.
  • Knowledgeable in PLC automation software and coding.
  • Familiar with health and safety procedures in production.
  • Thrive in a culture that values diversity, collaboration, precision, and learning.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • A track record of successful scale-up prototypes or experimentation.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

How to apply?

  • By Email: Send your cover letter and resume to HR@atoco.com and include the Job-ID in the subject.

 

  • On LinkedIn: Visit our LinkedIn page to follow us and use the “easy apply” function and submit a cover letter and your resume in one file