Develop and support industrial robotic automation systems throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through production and long-term support. Responsibilities include PLC programming, controls orchestration, functional safety, sensor and drive integration, industrial networking, distributed I/O, electrical design, system debugging, data analysis, source control, CI/CD, and control-system API development.
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Join us at Berkshire Grey to deliver best-in-class robotic automation solutions that solve real customer problems and deliver immediate value. Our Engineering team is seeking a talented professional for a product development role. The ideal candidate will have strong experience at all stages of the product development lifecycle from concept to long-term support as part of an integrated team of hardware and software engineers. We’re looking for self-starters who can turn unclear problems into practical solutions, thriving in a team of top talent.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or similar (e.g. Mechatronics, Computer, Mechanical, Robotics Engineering, Physics).
- Six or more years of related work experience in industries such as material handling, process automation, piece part automation or semiconductor industry.
- Demonstrated experience bringing industrial automation systems into production and supporting them throughout their lifecycle.
- Significant experience with:
- Supporting functionally safe electromechanical systems compliant with harmonized risk assessment and hazard analysis standards.
- PLC coding of automation systems for industrial control environments. Ideally within Siemen’s TIA Portal using SCL, LAD, FBD.
- Controls orchestration of motor driven roller (MDR) conveyor systems.
- Design selection and integration of COTS sensors and drives into complex machinery
- Equipment such as photo-eyes, proximity sensors, barcode scanners.
- Various motor architectures in the power range of 50W-3kW.
- VFD Drives, robot arms.
- Designing industrial communications networks and distributed I/O such as Ethernet-IP, Profinet, ASi and IO-Link.
- Debug of complex devices using design documents, first principles analysis, and basic electrical tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, thermal sensors)
- Additional experience or working knowledge in:
- Good source control practices using git. Exposure to CI/CD concepts and build automation.
- Practical data analysis to drive engineering focus and debug.
- API definition for control systems interface with higher level software.
- Developing and maintaining electrical designs in AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
Why Berkshire Grey?
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI-powered robotic solutions that are transforming the supply chain and logistics industry.
- A culture of innovation and collaboration, with a commitment to professional development and growth.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
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Berkshire Grey Bedford, Massachusetts, USA Office
140 South Road, Bedford, MA, United States, 01730
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