Senior Controls Engineer - Robotic Automation

Applied Robotics; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Robotics in Sydney seeks a mid-senior Controls Engineer with 4+ years of industry experience to contribute to developing, implementing, testing and commissioning bespoke automation and robotic cells.

You will design and optimise control algorithms, integrate real-time control systems, and collaborate with mechanical, control, and production teams to ensure seamless integration and reliable operation across vendor platforms. This on-site role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong background in robotics controls and demonstrated experience in developing control algorithms for robotic systems.
• Familiarity with robotic hardware platforms, PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Omron etc), sensors, and actuators.
• Solid understanding of control theory, including PID control, state-space control, and adaptive control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex control system issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with industrial automation, machine vision, or motion planning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimise control algorithms for bespoke systems.
• Design and integrate control systems for real-time operation, ensuring precise and efficient movement, sensing, and interaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical design engineers, control engineers, and production teams, to ensure seamless integration into our bespoke robotic automation & control systems.
• Conduct simulations and testing to validate control algorithms, mechanical design, manipulator suitability and optimise performance to meet cycle time commitments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, ensuring smooth operation and reliability.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in robotics controls across multiple vendor platforms and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Document design processes, specifications, and develop technical reports.

Skills

Robotics controls

PID control

State-space control

Adaptive control

Industrial automation

Machine vision

Motion planning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Omron PLC

Sensors

Actuators

Job description

Applied Robotics in Sydney seeks a mid-senior Controls Engineer with 4+ years of industry experience to contribute to developing, implementing, testing and commissioning bespoke automation and robotic cells.

You will design and optimise control algorithms, integrate real-time control systems, and collaborate with mechanical, control, and production teams to ensure seamless integration and reliable operation across vendor platforms. This on-site role is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.