Senior Robotics and Control Engineer
We’re looking for a Senior Robotics and Control Engineer to join our team and contribute to developing cutting-edge solutions for our core robotic manufacturing technologies. This role is based at our facility in Calgary, AB.
You might be a fit if you:
Have a passion for leading industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact
Desire to play a founding role and reap the benefits as part of a growth-stage startup with significant upside
Enjoy building not only the technology but also high-performing teams and companies
Are committed to continuous learning at the intersection of several industries
What you'll do:
Leading design, development, evaluation and improvement of robotic manufacturing systems and processes by working closely with a diverse technical team of software developers and robotic engineers
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair robotic hardware, sensors, drivers and software
Maintain and promote a safe and professional environment with a high level of safety awareness and compliance
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the junior members of the team
What you'll need to succeed:
Bachelor/College degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Master's degree preferred.
8+ years' experience in manufacturing environments with automation systems programming and control, including industrial robots and PLCs
Strong knowledge and experience in industrial robot programming, PLC/HMI, control panel, automation and electrical standards and best practices with proven history of commissioning manufacturing equipment
PLC and HMI programming experience (Beckhoff experience will be a plus)
Experience in designing fieldbus network architectures (EtherCAT experience will be a plus)
Experience in Safety Programming
Experience with perception systems such as force torque sensors, range finders and vision systems.
Willingness to participate in a variety of technical areas in both software and hardware as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and organization skills
Ability to work at our Calgary facility and travel up to 25% to other facilities as needed
(Preferred) Hands-on experience applying AI tools to automation and controls engineering such as code generation, troubleshooting, or optimizing control logic.
(Preferred) Experience in integrating Kuka robots is a great asset
(Preferred) Experience with electrical system design implementation in compliance with electrical standards
(Preferred) Programming experience in Python, SQL or similar language