Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
7+ years' experience in equipment design and manufacturing automation.
Proficiency in 3D design (SolidWorks or equivalent) and preferably PLC/HMI programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
Proven experience completing automation projects from ideation to machine design, execution, commissioning, and production release.
Extensive experience with robotics, motion control, pneumatics, and machine vision systems.
Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
Excellent collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to lead technical projects and manage vendor interactions.
Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.
Salary Ranges:
$127,900.00 - $184,100.00
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)
Additional Information
At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream-we're making it reality.
For over two decades, we've been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what's possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled "time-to-power" capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.
At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
We are looking for a Principal Automation Deployment Engineer to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to Senior Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and based in Newark, DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week .
Role and Responsibilities:
Design and deploy automated manufacturing and assembly equipment.
Develop specifications, review designs, and manage suppliers for custom automation projects.
Program and integrate PLCs, robotics, motion systems, and machine vision solutions.
Ensure seamless equipment integration with MES and data systems.
Lead FAT/SAT, equipment validation, and production handover.
Drive process optimization and standardization across manufacturing lines.
Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
Key Competencies
Equipment & Automation Design
Systems Integration
Innovation in Automation & Vision
Technical Leadership
Continuous Improvement
Data-Driven Problem Solving
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Safety & Quality Focus
Bloomenergy · Newark, DE