Senior Motion Control Engineer - Precision Systems

Onto Innovation

Wilmington, Northern (MA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 115,000 - 173,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package
Comprehensive benefits (health/dental/

Job summary

Onto Innovation seeks a Senior Development Engineer specializing in motion control and system dynamics to push nanometer-level precision in semiconductor metrology equipment. You will lead analysis, tuning, and validation of high‑performance motion stages, driving accuracy, stability, and productivity across cross‑functional teams.

The role requires hands‑on expertise in FRFs, transfer functions, Bode plots, and coupling mechanical dynamics with control systems, supported by MATLAB/Simulink and

Qualifications

  • MSc or PhD in Control Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience developing high‑performance motion control systems.
  • Expertise in motion control systems, servo tuning, and frequency-domain analysis.
  • Experience with system identification, dynamic modeling, and machine calibration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development, analysis, and optimization of precision motion systems for metrology and inspection equipment.
  • Characterize machine dynamics via measurements, identification, and modeling.
  • Tune controllers and validate performance for settling time, tracking accuracy, and throughput.
  • Perform modal testing and analysis to identify resonances and dynamic behavior.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Motion control
Servo tuning
Frequency-domain analysis
System identification
Dynamic modeling
Machine calibration

Education

MSc or PhD in Control/Mechatronics/related

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink
FEA/FEM

Job description

Onto Innovation seeks a Senior Development Engineer specializing in motion control and system dynamics to push nanometer-level precision in semiconductor metrology equipment. You will lead analysis, tuning, and validation of high‑performance motion stages, driving accuracy, stability, and productivity across cross‑functional teams.

The role requires hands‑on expertise in FRFs, transfer functions, Bode plots, and coupling mechanical dynamics with control systems, supported by MATLAB/Simulink and

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