Machine Control Software Engineer, Halo Agencies
$110-130k
+ Stock Option Plan
5 days a week in office (Santa Clara, CA)
Laser-based hardware systems for fabrication
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Laser-based hardware systems for fabrication
21-100 employees
Be an early applicant
$110-130k
+ Stock Option Plan
5 days a week in office (Santa Clara, CA)
21-100 employees
Company mission
To help manufacturers to drastically reduce waste, improve quality, and enable next-generation technologies.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
- 3 +years of relevant experience in machine control, automation, or industrial software development
- Hands-on experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, TCP/IP, serial interfaces)
- Experience developing software in C# for hardware control and UI applications
- Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation hardware
- If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply
Desirable
- Experience with SECS/GEM and factory automation systems
- Experience with machine vision or camera systems
- Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Background in mechatronics or automation systems
- Understanding of motion control concepts, including PID loop control and state machine design
- Exposure to wafer handling robots or semiconductor devices
- Awareness of functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO 26262
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex electromechanical systems
- Good communication skills and attention to detail
What the job involves
- As Halo transitions from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, we are seeking a Machine Control Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of equipment control systems for our semiconductor production tools
- This role will focus on hands-on software development and system integration, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams
- The engineer will report to a senior member of the machine control team and contribute to building reliable, scalable automation systems
- Develop and maintain machine control software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment
- Implement and integrate industrial communication protocols, including SECS/GEM, TCP/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and RS232/RS485
- Develop software in C# (including WPF) for graphical user interfaces, device communication, and system monitoring
- Integrate hardware components such as robotics, motion systems, lasers, and data acquisition devices
- Support development of operator control systems and state machines for automated equipment
- Assist in debugging, testing, and validation at both system and component levels
- Work with PLCs and interface with external controllers where required
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure proper system integration
- Follow established control standards, safety practices, and software development processes
- Contribute to documentation, version control, and code quality practices
Our take
Halo Industries is changing how semiconductors are made with its new laser technology. Its focus is on producing silicon carbide wafers, though it also works with other advanced materials like silicon, sapphire and gallium nitride.
Halo's tools are designed to make the process faster, more precise and higher quality. Its laser processing improves material quality and cuts costs, helping to solve supply chain issues. It also allows for new types of devices, making Halo a key player in the semiconductor industry.
Securing substantial funding in 2024, Halo is ready to expand its market and further advance its technology. With this financial support, the company is well-positioned to drive innovation and lead the way in semiconductor manufacturing, marking an exciting new chapter for the sector's future.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (1 round)
Jul 2024
$80m
SERIES B
Total funding: $80m
Company benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Andrei Iancu
(Founder & CEO)Graduated from Stanford University with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Previously worked as a Research/Teaching Assistant at Stanford University and as an Engineer/Scientist and Software Engineer at The Boeing Company.
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