Research Engineer (Mechatronics)

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Carlsbad (CA); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Performance bonuses

Product discounts

Holidays and PTO

Zusammenfassung

Global Sports Jobs Limited seeks a Research Engineer – Mechatronics to design, prototype, and validate electromechanical golf equipment systems. You will develop sensor mounts, wiring, and firmware, and create real-time data platforms for analysis.

The role requires hands-on lab work, strong mechatronics expertise, and collaboration across R&D, engineering, and external partners. Onsite work in a lab environment with travel as needed.

Qualifikationen

• Expert-level understanding of electromechanical systems integrating mechanical structures, electrical circuits, actuators, sensors, and controllers into prototypes.
• Proficiency in reading and creating wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and PCB layouts.
• Hands-on sensor selection, integration, calibration, and characterization including noise floors, bandwidth, dynamic range, operating limits, and environmental constraints.
• Experience with IoT architectures and wireless protocols (BLE, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, LoRa, MQTT) and embedded data transmission systems.
• Proficiency with prototyping tools and bench instrumentation (breadboarding, soldering, scopes, meters, signal generators, data acquisition).
• Strong programming skills in embedded C/C++ and Python or MATLAB for data processing, test automation, and hardware interfacing; knowledge of OpenCV preferred.
• Ability to build user-facing apps and interfaces to present hardware data and system status; familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows.
• Familiarity with CREO or similar CAD for sensor mounts and enclosures.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• BS/MS/PhD in relevant field; 5+ years hands-on mechatronics or embedded systems experience; PhD with applicable experience.

Aufgaben

• Design, prototype, wire, assemble, and test mechatronic systems used in golf equipment evaluation and product development.
• Develop wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical specs for hardware assemblies and test rigs.
• Select, integrate, and characterize sensors (IMUs, load cells, encoders, etc.) and define calibration requirements.
• Design and implement IoT and wireless data acquisition platforms for real-time performance data.
• Develop embedded firmware and control software for microcontrollers and processors to drive test automation and data capture.
• Write clean code to interface with hardware and build user-facing interfaces and dashboards.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate prototyping and automate test routines.
• Apply computer vision techniques to support equipment and performance analysis.
• Define technical requirements across disciplines and document designs with schematics, BOMs, and tests.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Kenntnisse

Mechatronics

Embedded C/C++

Python

Sensor integration

IoT

Data acquisition

PCB layout

C/C++

Ausbildung

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

CREO CAD

Oscilloscope

PCB Layout Tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

The Research Engineer – Mechatronics is a hands‑on engineering role within the TaylorMade Research & Development team, focused on the design, prototyping, integration, and validation of electromechanical systems that advance golf equipment and player performance. The role requires deep practical expertise in mechatronics, sensor systems, electronic hardware, wiring, and embedded controls, combined with the ability to develop supporting software and user‑facing tools. The ideal candidate is a builder and problem‑solver who thrives in a laboratory and prototype environment, producing functional systems from concept through deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, wire, assemble, and test mechatronic and electromechanical systems used in golf equipment evaluation, performance measurement, and product development.
• Develop and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical specifications for custom hardware assemblies, test rigs, and IoT‑connected devices.
• Select, integrate, and characterise sensors (IMUs, load cells, encoders, pressure sensors, optical sensors, etc.), including defining operating limits, calibration procedures, and signal conditioning requirements.
• Design and implement IoT systems and wireless data acquisition platforms that capture real‑time performance data from equipment and players.
• Develop embedded firmware and control software for microcontrollers and microprocessors (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, STM32 or similar) to drive test automation and data capture systems.
• Write clean, maintainable code to interface with hardware, process sensor data, and build internal and user‑facing applications and interfaces
• Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to accelerate prototyping and automate test routines
• Apply basic computer vision techniques to support equipment and player performance analysis.
• Define and communicate technical requirements and specifications effectively across multiple disciplines including research, development, engineering, legal, and external partners/suppliers, and document designs thoroughly including schematics, BOMs, test protocols, and calibration records.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Expert‑level understanding of electromechanical systems, integrating mechanical structures, electrical circuits, actuators, sensors, and controllers into cohesive working prototypes.
• Proficiency in reading and creating wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and PCB layouts.
• Hands‑on experience with sensor selection, integration, calibration, and characterisation, including noise floors, bandwidth, dynamic range, operating limits, and environmental constraints.
• Experience with IoT architectures and wireless communication protocols (BLE, Wi‑Fi, Zigbee, LoRa, MQTT) and embedded data transmission systems.
• Proficiency with prototyping tools and bench instrumentation: breadboarding, soldering, oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and data acquisition systems.
• Strong programming skills in embedded C/C++ for microcontroller firmware, and Python or MATLAB for data processing, test automation, and hardware interfacing; working knowledge of computer vision libraries (e.g., OpenCV) for image and video‑based analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to build user‑facing applications or interfaces (desktop GUIs, web dashboards, or mobile apps) to present hardware data and system status; practical use of AI coding tools and LLM‑assisted development workflows.
• Familiarity with mechanical CAD (CREO or similar) sufficient to design sensor mounts, fixtures, and enclosures.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross‑functionally across research, engineering, and commercial teams.
• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• B.S. with 5+ years of hands‑on industry or research experience in mechatronics or embedded systems; M.S. with 3+ years; Ph.D. with relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of the game of golf, golf equipment, and golf biomechanics strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated portfolio of built and tested systems strongly preferred; candidates who can show their work will stand out.

Workplace

• Onsite role.
• Primarily laboratory and office environment with significant hands‑on bench work.
• Occasional travel to test facilities, retail locations, or tour events is required; frequent travel may be required.
• Ability to work flexible hours around project and event timelines as needed.
• Moderate physical effort; regular handling of electronic components, test fixtures, golf equipment, and portable sensor systems; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

Benefits & Perks

• Health and wellness benefits.
• Performance bonuses.
• Product discounts.
• Holidays and paid time off.
• Additional benefits may be offered in accordance with company plans.