Mechatronics/Robotics Engineer

Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs and develops prototypes including printers, motion control systems, drones, robots, and autonomous systems
• Collaborates with developers, fellow engineers, project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to understand the requirements and scope of the project
• Analyzes dynamics of automated mechanical systems and robotic systems
• Drafts blueprints, sketches, or other documentation demonstrating proposed ideas and prototypes, modifying based on feedback and simulation results
• Constructs, configures, tests, and debugs systems
• Installs, operates, calibrates, and maintains mechatronic systems
• Ensures that machines operate safely, dependably, and with precision; identifies and implements modifications
• Provides technical support and troubleshooting services for systems
• Recommends, develops, and implements enhancements and improvements to increase production volume or precision in high-throughput operations
• Maintains documentation of development process, modifications, maintenance requirements, and other data
• Aids with cost estimates and bills of materials
• Maintains knowledge of existing and developing technology and trends in mechatronics
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Computer Science
• At least 10 years of related experience
• Thorough understanding of electrical wiring and computer software engineering
• Extremely proficient with computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to create accurate drawings and schematics
• Experience with motion systems (i.e. Servo motors, Stepper motors, linear actuators, CNC Platforms, Robotic Arms)
• Experience with programming embedded systems (Texas Instruments, Arduino, Microchip, Xilinx)
• Experience with integrating sensors (i.e. accelerometers, gyros, thermocouples, encoders)
• Experience in developing software in C, C++, Python
• Experience with computer vision (openCV)
• Experience with PCB layout (Altium preferred)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to create reports and documentation
• The ability to use tools and perform tasks such as soldering, welding, and metal cutting with precision and accuracy
• The ability to obtain/maintain a final Secret DoD clearance, for which the US Government requires US Citizenship Authorization to work for employers in the U.S. without sponsorship