Job Description
Electrical Engineer
Hillsboro, New Hampshire, United States


The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine technological excellence with state-of-the-art global manufacturing capabilities to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital emitter and sensor technologies. 
Globally, our teams develop groundbreaking solutions aligned with societal megatrends like intelligent mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics. 
At ams OSRAM, employees are part of a highly innovative, international technology environment. Diverse teams, a high degree of ownership, and exciting challenges provide the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real difference. Because behind our innovations are people who carry something special inside and who bring their unique strengths to work every day. 

Show the world what you are made of.

Your new responsibilities

This position is responsible for the specification, design, and implementation of control systems for new and existing high-speed lamp manufacturing equipment, in compliance with company, national, and international standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, specify, deploy, and support automation solutions that integrate Safety PLCs, HMIs, motion control actuators, drives, motors, servos, sensors, industrial robots, collaborative robots, automated mobile robots, and lasers.
  • Software experience required: PLC ladder logic (Siemens S7 desirable), Motion control programming, WINDOWS applications, C/C++, Visual Basic/VB.net (Visual Studio).
  • Implement and validate equipment safety systems, including safety PLCs, light curtains, interlocks, e-stops, and safety-rated controls.
  • Work collaboratively on cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, vision, product, process engineers & vendors during equipment design and integration. Experienced in project planning and tracking.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, control, and automation issues in equipment and field installations.
  • Support system testing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and on-site commissioning.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and customer requirements (e.g., UL, NFPA, CE, ISO).
  • Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, operating manuals, and test procedures.
  • Evaluate and propose upgrade paths for obsolete equipment.
  • Provide training for maintenance and other associates on the use and support of control systems applications.

Who we are looking for


  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with PLC programming, strong preference for Siemens S7 / TIA Portal
  • Solid understanding of industrial control systems and electrical design for equipment
  • Experience specifying and selecting electrical components and control hardware
  • Working knowledge of robots, cobots, and laser-based equipment
  • Knowledge of equipment safety principles, safety circuits, and risk assessments
  • Ability to read and create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • 7-12 years’ experience designing, commissioning and troubleshooting automation test and control systems
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
  • Experience with HMI development and motion control systems
  • Exposure to machine safety standards such as ISO 13849 or IEC 62061
  • On-site commissioning and customer-facing experience
  • SMT and electronics testing

Work Environment

  • Combination of office-based engineering work and hands-on support in manufacturing
  • May require occasional travel for equipment installation, commissioning, or troubleshooting

 

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.
Information at a Glance
Job ID:  23357
Posting Start Date:  6/26/26
Job Family:  Operations & Manufacturing
Career Level:  Experienced Professional (>8 years)
Company:  OSRAM SYLVANIA Inc.
Schedules:  Full Time
Work Model:  On-Site
Job Shift:  Flex time
Regular/Temporary:  Regular
Department:  AMSL Hillsboro Engineering Technology

Application deadline: As long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates. We look forward to receiving your application.