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Staff Equipment Engineer, Controls

Bloom Energy · Fremont, CA

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Level
Senior
Team
Controls
Base pay
$115k–$165k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
6+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior controls role at Bloom Energy (industrial) in Fremont, CA.

They ask for
6+ years · degree required
Tools it names
PLC, Machining, Welding, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
Base pay
$115k–$165k

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About the role

Responsibilities

  • ◆Support equipment across various manufacturing lines, with differing levels of complexity
  • ◆Skilled in diagnosing and fixing manufacturing equipment
  • ◆Automated Equipment
  • ◆Provide support for equipment through PLC and HMI programming, encompassing motion and servo control systems
  • ◆Ability to modify existing control logic to improve safety, performance or throughput
  • ◆Participate in commissioning of new automated equipment and ensure all devices function as designed
  • ◆Installation, commissioning and support of vision systems for tracking and quality inspections
  • ◆Conducts engineering tasks in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems for testing, material handling, welding, and machining equipment
  • ◆Oversee equipment installation as well as start-up and implementation projects
  • ◆Develop equipment specifications and documents for the manufacturing assembly, testing and material handling processes
  • ◆Oversee project timelines, financial planning, and prepare comprehensive status reports for leadership
  • ◆Work with vendors, facility engineers, manufacturing engineers, and production teams to manage project implementation
  • ◆Find ways to boost safety, cut costs, enhance efficiency, and raise quality
  • ◆Prepare or approve system as-built drawings
  • ◆Willingness to work flexible hours, including off shifts and weekends, as required by business needs

Skills and Experience

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • ✓Manufacturing or Equipment Engineer with 6+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • ✓Functional knowledge of PLC’s, low voltage controls, three phase power distribution, industrial control panels, electronic sensors, pneumatics and hydraulics
  • ✓Equipment requirement development and specification writing
  • ✓Knowledge of ergonomic and machine safety standards
  • ✓Knowledge of Autocad, Solidworks and MS Office suite
  • ✓Strong communication and collaboration skills

Physical

Requirements

  • ✓Ability to stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours per shift
  • ✓Occasionally lift/carry up to 25 lbs
  • ✓Use hands and fingers to operate machinery controls and computers throughout the shift
  • ✓Visual acuity sufficient for product inspection and reading digital/printed materials
  • ✓Hearing ability to detect alarms and communicate effectively with staff
  • ✓Ability to perform essential tasks with or without reasonable accommodation
  • ✓Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in required areas (safety glasses, safety-toed boots)

At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

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At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality.

For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a Staff Equipment ­­­­ Engineer, Controls to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Equipment Engineering Senior Manager and will be based in Fremont CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role, five days a week.

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