Automation Engineer

Who We Are

We are changing the norm by being customer focused, technology led.

viaPhoton sits at the intersection of innovation and customer service. Our technology platform utilizes modern tools including AI, automation, and robotics to deliver differentiated connectivity solutions to the Data Center and 5G industries. Our technology platform allows us to engineer new products 10x faster than our competitors.

We are one of the fastest growing startups. In just over 2 years, we grew revenues to $40 MM annualized and hired 130 employees. We have raised $100 MM in capital and expect to more than double annualized revenues by year-end. And we have only just gotten started -- our ambition is to become the market leader of the $100 BN connectivity industry.

We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:

• Fearless Innovation we are pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better
• Forward Together we believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed
• Integrity Over Everything we believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always
• Nimble, Always we are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble
• Be the Bar we set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it

This is a great opportunity to utilize your skills, grow with the company, and take advantage of advancement possibilities in your career.

• Help us disrupt the fiber optics supply chains by building highly differentiated products, processes, and solutions.
• viaPhoton ‘works backwards from the customer’ to ensure their success, our engineering team is an integral part of that journey.
• Delighting our customers’ is at the core of everything that we do – as part of the engineering team this means rapid development of solutions and processes that provide our customers fast and easy installation, industry leading density, little or no maintenance, and the highest quality.
• You should be innovative and creative about simplifying EVERYTHING
• Prioritize consistent service while meeting commitments – meet deadlines, be nimble, come with a growth mindset.

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking automation engineer who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is a unique position that requires robotics, mechanical and electrical design, and firmware development experience. Also, a strong understanding of machine learning and its application towards solving complex motion control problems is a must.

In the first 24 months, assignments will include experience in a variety of key roles as the team builds the business. If you are interested and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

As a Automation Engineer, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to deeply understand assembly processes and develop more efficient and automated ways to improve operational performance.

• Develop creative solutions that revolutionize and drive efficiencies into existing assembly processes.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing operations and software/firmware engineers in the use of machine learning techniques to rapidly optimize new assembly techniques.
• Lead the industry in automation of fiber optic manufacturing processes – you will do what has not been done before by others.

What You Will Bring

• BS degree in mechanical or electrical engineering / motion controls / robotics / automation
• Successful track record in developing and implementing industry leading automation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to invent and implement new automation processes and machines that meaningfully increase the efficiency of our assembly operations. This will include:
• Creation of new automation processes/machines that dramatically improve factory output and quality
• CAD model conceptualization of new processes and machines
• Design, fabrication, and checkout of newly created automation machines
• Familiarity with motion control
• Stepper and servo motors
• Miniature motion devices (stepper motors, solenoids)
• Robotics
• Collaborative 6 degree of freedom robots
• Automated adhesive dispensing systems for small form factor applications
• Knowledge of sensor integration and signal conditioning
• Computer vision process monitoring
• Pass/fail process visual recognition, tracking, and database population
• Camera and RFID proximity and product ID sensing
• Machine learning algorithms for automated process teaching, learning, and refinement
• Optical, inductive, tach, location, acceleration sensor integration
• Machine vision (to 5 micron resolution)
• Computer vision process monitoring
• Pass/fail process visual recognition, tracking, and database population
• RFID sensing
• Process operator recognition and data recording
• Laser displacement
• Automation hardware design experience
• Design of automation machines
• Control system deployment and rapid prototyping
• Automation system integration and acceptance testing
• Embedded firmware design
• C/C
• Python
• Motion control
• PLC programming
• HMI development
• Motion control programming
• OS Familiarity (preferred)
• Linux
• Windows
• FreeRTOS
• Processor / controller usage experience
• ARM & variants of ARM
• Orange Pi
• Microchip PIC

What We Offer

🚀 Cutting-Edge Technology – Opportunities to work on the forefront of fiber optic technology.

🌍 Professional Development – We’re committed to your growth, offering resources, career development, and a culture where your voice is heard.

🎉 Fun Team Environment – Monthly team bonding events, free lunches, and activities to keep us connected.

🏖️ Flexible Paid Time Off – Take time when you need it, with PTO that grows over time plus 10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays to use at your discretion

💼 401(k) Match – We offer company match to help you plan for your future.

🏥 Benefits Overview-- To view our comprehensive benefits package CLICK HERE

Ready to Build the Future? Apply now