Automation & Electronics Group Lead
NSOHawaii, United States
Posted April 18, 2025
154900 - 188210 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope is the world's most advanced solar observatory, located at the Haleakalā Observatory site in Maui, Hawai‘i.
Job Description
The Automation & Electronics Group Lead will guide a team of engineers in maintaining and advancing the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope's automation and electronics systems. The role involves leading and developing people, collaborating across teams, overseeing systems, ensuring reliability, and championing safety and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (electronics, electrical, mechanical, computer science, or systems)
- Significant experience (~10 years) in automation and electronics engineering with increasing responsibility
- 5+ years of PLC system programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Beckhoff TwinCat, B&R Industrial Automation)
- 3+ years of engineering project management (KPIs, MS Project, MS 365)
- Proven staff leadership and development experience
- Hands-on experience in operations, maintenance, and commissioning of complex automation systems
- Knowledge of electrical/electronics safety codes and standards (NFPA 70E, NEC, NFPA 79, UL508)
- Strong communication skills, including technical report writing
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- Retirement plan contributions
- Medical/dental/vision coverage
