Motion Systems Engineer

RGBSI; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RGBSI is seeking an experienced mechanical/electrical/mechatronics design engineer in Florida to develop multi-axis motion systems. You will design X/Y/Z linear axes and Theta rotational axes, and select motors, drives, encoders, and actuators.

You will create 3D CAD models and schematics, perform design calculations, and integrate motion systems with PLCs, robotics, and automation equipment from concept to production. 5+ years of engineering experience is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong engineering design and product development experience.
• Strong understanding of X/Y/Z + Theta/rotary-axis motion.
• Experience with servo systems, drives, actuators, encoders, and motion controllers.
• Hands-on experience developing and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop X/Y/Z linear axes and Theta rotational axes
• Design precision positioning systems, stages, gantries, and automated equipment
• Design and select servo motors, direct drives, magnetic drives, linear motors, actuators, and encoders
• Develop mechanical and/or electrical designs from concept through prototype and production
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and schematics
• Perform design calculations, component selection, tolerance analysis, and system-level engineering
• Integrate motion systems with PLCs, motion controllers, robotics, and automation systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize mechanical, electrical, and motion-control systems
• Support prototype development, testing, commissioning, and production integrationDevelop advanced motion solutions for laser processing and automation equipment

Skills

Mechanical design

Electrical design

Mechatronics

CAD

Motion systems

Robotics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field

Tools

3D CAD

Motion controllers

PLC systems

Servo drives

Encoders

Job description

• Looking for someone with strong mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics design capabilities and hands-on experience designing and developing multi-axis precision motion systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop X/Y/Z linear axes and Theta rotational axes
• Design precision positioning systems, stages, gantries, and automated equipment
• Design and select servo motors, direct drives, magnetic drives, linear motors, actuators, and encoders
• Develop mechanical and/or electrical designs from concept through prototype and production
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and schematics
• Perform design calculations, component selection, tolerance analysis, and system-level engineering
• Integrate motion systems with PLCs, motion controllers, robotics, and automation systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize mechanical, electrical, and motion-control systems
• Support prototype development, testing, commissioning, and production integrationDevelop advanced motion solutions for laser processing and automation equipment

Requirements:

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Strong engineering design and product development experience
• Strong understanding of X/Y/Z + Theta/rotary-axis motion
• Experience with servo systems, drives, actuators, encoders, and motion controllers
• Experience with direct-drive, magnetic-drive, or linear-motor technology is highly desirable
• Strong CAD and design skills
• Hands-on experience developing and testing equipment

Preferred:

• Robotics and automation
• CNC or multi-axis machinery
• Linear motors and direct-drive technology
• Rotary stages
• Motion control and kinematics
• PLCs and servo systems
• Semiconductor equipment
• Advanced manufacturing

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field