Robotics Engineer: Government Projects
Leads implementation, deployment, and support of AI-powered robotic systems for government surface treatment projects. Designs robotic cells, custom tooling, configures AI tool paths, prototypes sensors, and troubleshoots hardware for manufacturing applications. Requires bachelor's in engineering/CS and robotics programming experience.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Work with customers to understand their manufacturing processes, requirements, and constraints, gathering critical data including measurements, CAD files, and documentation
- Execute proof of concept projects that demonstrate the capabilities of GrayMatter technologies
- Own robotic cell design end-to-end, collaborating with design and mechatronics teams to optimize for reachability, cycle time, and efficiency
- Design and oversee fabrication of custom end-of-arm tooling and fixtures from concept through testing
- Configure GMR-AI to generate optimized tool paths and trajectories for new applications
- Rapidly prototype new inspection sensors, tools, and processes, working with sensor vendors to evaluate emerging technologies
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain control components including sensors, relays, and vacuum ejectors
- Help develop new process recipes to accommodate different materials and geometries
- Partner with software engineers to prototype new ideas, processes, and methods
- Work with product and AI teams to continuously improve the customer experience
- Create documentation, manuals, and educational content
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Experience programming 6DOF robots for various surface finishing applications
- Familiarity with motion control systems and robotics programming languages (e.g. Robot Operating System) or similar frameworks
- Basic programming knowledge in C++, Python, or other similar languages
- Ability to solve technical problems effectively, efficiently, and independently
- Demonstrated experience with 3D solid modeling, analysis, and development of 2D manufacturing drawings
- Familiar with industrial facilities and equipment
- Effective communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to work with internal and external stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with sensor integration and calibration for robotics applications, including vision systems, LiDAR, and inertial measurement units
- Industry experience within a manufacturing environment working on manufacturing process development, manufacturing engineering or similar
- Experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary range, bonus or commission, and equity
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, unlimited PTO, 401(k) plan + employer match, regular offsite events, discretionary fund
Skills
ROS, C++, Python, 6Dof Robots, Motion Control, 3D Modeling, CAD, Lidar, Vision Systems, Sensor Integration, Gmr-Ai, Robotics Programming
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