Automation Controls Engineer / Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Company: Divergent
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose The Automation Controls Engineer will support the development of flexible robotic manufacturing systems, core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their hardware and software skills to create bleeding-edge industrial automation systems, support production operations, and democratize factory data to support key business decisions. Divergent is pushing the boundaries of technology and we need a passionate and agile engineer to help us create the platform for sustainable manufacturing. The Role Develop PLC, HMI & SCADA software & controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories & factory modules. Contribute to automation standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection. Architect new advanced automation systems, ultimately leading to detailed design, development, and commissioning of first article factory modules. Develop controls systems for new and experimental processes in an R&D environment. Understand and steer production operations requirements for factory modules leading to increased overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data. Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure that program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget. Support engineering teams in achieving resolution of any gridlock, rather than merely report status. Must have the leadership ability and intelligence to drive hands-on execution of a highly motivated and intelligent team under intense time constraints. Basic Qualifications Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls. 5 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments. IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience. Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards. Experience designing electrical control panels using EPlan or AutoCAD Advanced experience working with the Beckhoff TwinCAT & hardware ecosystem. Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control. Advanced industrial networking experience Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols, i.e. FSoE & PROFIsafe Experience developing SCADA & other factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards, etc Experience with Industrial robot platforms, offline program, and virtual commissioning. Experience with industrial electrical schematic tools, such as EPlan or AutoCAD electrical. Experience with standard software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID, unit testing and development tools such as GIT. Technical leadership experience in defining standards, methods, processes, and training. Work Environment Office and factory environment 100% onsite Minimal travel Work near moving mechanical parts Compensation At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E04 - E05 as evaluated through our interview process. Engineer / E04: $106,000 - $145,750 Senior / E05: $122,400 - $168,300 Pay Range $106,000—$168,300 USD What We Offer: Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions. Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time. Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind. Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance. Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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