Controls Engineer I

Join Dynavac —a leader in high‑vacuum process equipment—and help us support some of the most advanced organizations in aerospace, defense, and thin‑film technology. If you enjoy solving challenges, working with talented cross‑functional teams, and owning projects from concept through commissioning, this role is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

Dynavac is a leading engineering and manufacturing company with headquarters in Hingham MA. We specialize in custom high‑vacuum process equipment for applications including space simulation testing , thin‑film coatings , and other precision processes. Our systems combine advanced technologies in pressure vessel design, material handling, automation, and integrated control systems.

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer I to join our Engineering team. The ideal candidate will support the design, development, and implementation of control systems for advanced manufacturing equipment, including thin film deposition, thermal vacuum, and custom vacuum systems, while developing core skills in industrial automation and system integration.

Assist in developing process functional design specifications that detail control strategy and sequence of operations.

Support controls engineering efforts across the project lifecycle, including design, programming, testing, and commissioning

Participate in PLC and HMI/SCADA software development and perform functional testing on equipment

Perform system integration tasks including I/O checkout, system validation, and performance testing under guidanceGenerate and maintain control system documentation, including user manuals and design records

Assist in maintaining and organizing software backups for systems in production and at customer facilities

Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities with internal teams and customers

Assist with on-site system installation, upgrades, and commissioning activities

Troubleshoot basic control system issues and support senior engineers in resolving more complex problems

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing

Travel domestically and internationally as required

Effective problem-solving

Ability to communicate technical concepts to customers and cross-functional teams

Excellent time management and productivity in a dynamic environment.

This role is split between office-based engineering work and hands-on activities in a manufacturing environment (approximately 50% office / 50% production floor).

Responsibilities include working on and around industrial equipment, performing system testing and integration, and supporting equipment commissioning.

The role requires the ability to:

Stand, walk, and work on a manufacturing floor for extended periods

Use standard tools and interact with electrical/mechanical systems

Travel domestically as required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation