Controls Engineer III (Senior)

Mujin; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision options

15 paid time off (PTO) days

401(k) plan

Job summary

Mujin, located in Suwanee, Georgia, is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer to design and optimize control systems for advanced robotic solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with teams to enhance robotic performance and integrate software with hardware.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and at least five years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, PTO, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in controls engineering.
• Proficiency with IO-Link technologies.
• Experience with safety programming required.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system architectures for robotic applications.
• Design and optimize control algorithms for robotic movements.
• Conduct system testing and validation.

Skills

PLC programming

Control system design

Troubleshooting

Functional safety programming

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley

Rockwell

PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)

Job description

Summary

Mujin is the future of industrial robotic systems in production and distribution environments. Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks. We aim to revolutionize the use of robotics within industry to free human resources from labor-intensive tasks to focus on more intellectual challenges.

As a Sr. Controls Engineer at Mujin, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for our advanced industrial automation solutions. Your expertise will contribute to the seamless integration of hardware and software, ensuring the efficient operation of complex robotic systems. If you’re passionate about automation, robotics, and pushing the boundaries of technology, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop control system architectures for material handling equipment and robotic applications.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human‑Machine Interfaces), and motion control systems.
• Develop and optimize control algorithms for robotic movements, safety features, and precision tasks.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and communication protocols to enhance robotic performance.
• Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Provide technical support to field service teams during installation and maintenance.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in controls engineering.
• Complete the commissioning of complex systems that integrate hardware and software.
• Understand schematics and control panels, translating conceptual designs into practical engineering solutions.
• Recommend productivity improvements, cost reductions, and enhanced customer satisfaction.
• Write PLC programs using best practices.
• Transfer complex technical knowledge to stakeholders.
• Apply advanced skills to resolve complex problems independently, including developing innovative solutions.
• Apply critical thinking to resolve high‑impact, complex, cross‑functional problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or a comparable engineering degree.
• Five or more years of successful experience in a related field for controls engineers.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen Bradley and/or Rockwell).
• Experience writing functional safety programming (five years or more).
• Experience with IO‑Link.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Travel requirement: up to 25%, domestically and/or internationally.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Periods of moving about industrial warehouse and production environments.
• Frequent exposure to mechanical and electrical systems, requiring appropriate PPE and adherence to safety protocols.
• Occasional lifting and transport of equipment or tools weighing up to 25 pounds may be required.
• Ability to work extended hours as required.

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, vision options, and the opportunity to buy‑up additional benefits starting the first of the month after hire.
• 100% company‑paid life insurance and voluntary benefits.
• 100% company‑paid long‑ and short‑term disability.
• 15 paid time off (PTO) days beginning your first year.
• 11 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with high‑deductible health plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for medical and dependent care.
• Referral bonuses.
• Company stock options for many roles.

Attention Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Recruiting Team at [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. This contact should not be used to inquire about the status of an application.

Mujin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.