Onsite Robotics Motion Systems Engineer – Test & Validation

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc. is aiding a leading robotics and automation technology company in recruiting a Support Engineer III (Robotics & Motion Systems) for an onsite role in North Reading, MA.

This position centers on testing, integration, and validation of motion systems and robotic prototypes. You will collaborate with controls, firmware, software, and hardware teams to develop test procedures, analyze data, and support physical integration of robotic components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, or related field.
• Experience testing robotic systems, actuators, and closed‑loop motion control systems.
• Hands‑on experience with encoders, force/torque sensors, accelerometers, DAQ equipment.
• Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, or similar data analysis and test-automation tools.
• Familiarity with Linux/UNIX environments and strong troubleshooting, documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and execute motion performance tests on actuators, robotic arms, and multi-DOF systems.
• Operate robotic systems and test rigs using position, velocity, torque/force, and impedance/admittance control modes.
• Collect, analyze, and visualize test data to evaluate system performance and identify anomalies.
• Support mechanical and electrical integration, wiring, debugging, and bring‑up of new robotic prototypes.
• Collaborate with controls, firmware, software, and hardware engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and develop test procedures.

Skills

Robotics testing

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Python

MATLAB

Linux

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Python

MATLAB

DAQ

Job description

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc. is aiding a leading robotics and automation technology company in recruiting a Support Engineer III (Robotics & Motion Systems) for an onsite role in North Reading, MA.

This position centers on testing, integration, and validation of motion systems and robotic prototypes. You will collaborate with controls, firmware, software, and hardware teams to develop test procedures, analyze data, and support physical integration of robotic components.