Robotics Engineer

Mpac Group; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), part of Mpac Group, is seeking a Robotics Engineer in Newburyport, MA. The role involves designing automation solutions, simulating concepts, and developing BOMs with cross-functional teams.

You will collaborate with Sales and customers throughout concept to commissioning, with 20–25% travel for installation and training. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in robotics and strong RoboGuide and vision systems experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years in robotics, automation, or system integration.
• Strong experience with RoboGuide for simulation.
• Experience with vision systems and sensors.
• Pneumatics and material handling systems experience.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug, and optimize complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales, Applications Engineers, and customers to design smart automation solutions.
• Create robotic concepts, simulations, and proof-of-concepts.
• Develop bills of materials, system configurations, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls teams on integrated system design.
• Travel to customer sites (20–25%) for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Train customers on system operation and maintenance.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Robotics & automation

Robot simulation (RoboGuide)

Vision systems & sensors

Pneumatics & material handling

Troubleshooting & debugging

Communication & collaboration

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Fanuc RoboGuide

AutoCAD

Rockwell Safety PLCs

Job description

Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA) Mpac Group

Newburyport, Massachusetts

Join a team that’s redefining automation.

Boston Conveyor and Automation (BCA) is building the future of sanitary automation across food manufacturing and life sciences, and we’re looking for a Robotics Engineer who is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and pushing technical boundaries.

As a Fanuc Authorized System Integrator, we partner with leading manufacturers to create cutting-edge robotic solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and want to work on impactful automation projects from concept to commissioning, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing

Project Design & Development

• Partner with Sales, Applications Engineers, and customers to design smart automation solutions
• Create robotic concepts, simulations, and proof-of-concepts
• Develop bills of materials, system configurations, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls teams on integrated system design

Robotic Programming & Simulation

• Build and simulate robotic systems using Fanuc RoboGuide
• Program robots for pick & place, packing, palletizing, and material handling
• Work with vision systems, sensors, and robotic tooling
• Develop and test software for system functionality and performance

System Integration & Execution

• Support system build, debug, and in-house testing
• Assist with integration across complex automation systems
• Travel to customer sites (20–25%) for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Train customers on system operation and maintenance
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years in robotics, automation, or system integration
• Strong experience with:
• Robot simulation (RoboGuide)
• Vision systems & sensors
• Pneumatics and material handling systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug, and optimise complex systems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and deliver results

Nice to Have

• PLC programming (especially Rockwell Safety PLCs)
• Electrical design or AutoCAD schematic experience
• Servo/motor control knowledge
• Risk assessment experience for robotic systems

Who You Are

You’re someone who:

• Thinks creatively and thrives on solving complex challenges
• Can visualise solutions from concept through to reality
• Works well both independently and as part of a team
• Communicates effectively with both technical teams and customers
• Stays calm and effective under pressure

What We Offer

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

At BCA (part of Mpac Group), we live by:

Integrity | Drive | Collaboration | Expertise | Innovation