Automation Engineer: Production Uptime & Embedded Systems

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Medford is seeking a skilled engineer to own and improve the reliability of production equipment. The role involves troubleshooting electromechanical systems, developing automation systems, and maintaining hardware-software interfaces. Candidates should have a strong background in Python and experience with embedded systems. This position offers an opportunity to work in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience, or 3+ years plus a Master’s degree.
• Hands-on experience with motors, encoders, sensors, and control loops.
• Experience supporting systems in a production or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop Python‑based control, test, and automation systems.
• Debug and extend ATMega embedded C/C++ systems.
• Build and maintain hardware‑software interfaces for various components.

Skills

Python

Embedded C

Electromechanical systems

Bash/Linux

Education

Master’s degree in robotics, mechatronics, EE, CS, or a related field

Job description

A leading technology firm in Medford is seeking a skilled engineer to own and improve the reliability of production equipment. The role involves troubleshooting electromechanical systems, developing automation systems, and maintaining hardware-software interfaces. Candidates should have a strong background in Python and experience with embedded systems. This position offers an opportunity to work in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.