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Controls Engineer at Focused Energy | Austin, TX

Focused EnergyAustin, TX
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Required QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or scientific/industrial system integration. Proven expertise with PLC-based control systems (e.g., Beckhoff, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and industrial communication protocols. Experience with safety-rated control functions and interlock systems. Hands-on experience with HMI development, system configuration, and commissioning.

About the job

Focused Energy is a groundbreaking fusion energy startup dedicated to producing clean electrical energy to sustainably meet future global demands. Established by leading experts in laser and plasma physics alongside seasoned entrepreneurs, Focused Energy is pioneering commercial laser-induced inertial fusion technology as an eco-friendly, scalable, and economically feasible power solution.

Role Summary

As a Controls Engineer, you will spearhead the development, integration, and commissioning of control systems for the Target Test Experiment (TTE) project. This role encompasses system architecture, control interfacing, safety integration, HMI development, and synchronized data acquisition, supporting the project through design, testing, operations, and ongoing modifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the control system architecture for the TTE platform.
  • Develop control interfaces for gas gun operations, diagnostics equipment, and facility safety systems.
  • Design and implement HMI tools for operational workflows and system monitoring.
  • Specify and integrate data acquisition systems with precise time synchronization.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and diagnostics engineering teams to ensure system alignment.
  • Produce documentation, configuration control, and interface definitions to meet Focused Energy standards.
  • Support onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
  • Adapt the control system as the project evolves through test and operational phases.

About Focused Energy

Focused Energy is at the forefront of the fusion energy revolution, combining cutting-edge scientific research with entrepreneurial innovation to create sustainable energy solutions. Join us in reshaping the future of energy.

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