Controls Engineer

Persimmon Technologies Corporation; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented associate to join their R&D team, focusing on developing cutting-edge control systems for robotic applications. This role offers the chance to work with advanced technologies in a collaborative environment, where you will engage in dynamic modeling, motion control, and software implementation on real-time platforms. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in mechanical engineering and have hands-on experience with control systems. Join a leader in robotics and electric motor technology, and make an impact in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and electronic system design is crucial.
• Hands-on experience with control systems and tuning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced control systems for robotic manipulators.
• Conduct machine design analysis and select controls-related components.

Skills

Mathematical modeling and analysis

Trajectory optimization

Dynamic modeling

Control systems and tuning

C and C++ programming

Electronic circuit design

Soldering and PCB rework

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

OrCAD

PADS

Job description

Responsibilities: Work under the supervision of the Manager of R&D to develop advanced control systems for robotic manipulators and similar electromechanical systems, including motion control and servo tuning, development of dynamic models, modeling and simulations in Matlab, and implementation of software on real-time platforms. The responsibilities also include controls-related machine design analysis and selection of actuators, sensors, and other controls-related components. Limited travel within and outside the US.

Reports to: Manager, Controls Engineering

Direct Reports: None

• Skilled in general mathematical modeling and analysis.
• Experience with trajectory optimization.
• Familiarity with linear or nonlinear systems.
• Experience with dynamic modeling.
• Familiarity with model predictive control.
• Experience with Lagrange multipliers.
• Familiarity with dynamics and kinematics.
• Hands-on experience with control systems and tuning.
• Proficiency in using MATLAB for data analysis and data control simulation.
• Experience in C and C++ programming for Linux and embedded systems.
• Some experience in electronic circuit design, prototyping, and troubleshooting.

Additional Qualifications:

• Theoretical background and experience in electrical and electronic system design.
• Experience in digital and analog circuit design, embedded systems, interfacing with microcontrollers, power electronics design, and motion control.
• Familiarity with optical design and opto-electronic components, such as laser diodes, photodiodes, and transceiver circuits.
• Proficiency in OrCAD, PADS, or similar design tools.
• Lab skills, including soldering of components, and rework of PCBAs.

Education: M.S./Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field, with 0 to 1 year of work experience.

About Persimmon Technologies: Persimmon Technologies is a worldwide leader in robotics and electric motor technology. Persimmon provides vacuum robotics for the semiconductor, LED and flat panel display equipment markets worldwide. Persimmon has also developed a next generation electric motor technology using additive manufacturing techniques. Persimmon is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 Billion integrated conglomerate. Persimmon is headquartered just outside of Boston in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information on Persimmon technology, please visit www.persimmontech.com.

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Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Industries: Semiconductor Manufacturing