System Engineer

SPECTRAFORCE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,689 - 79,315; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a System Engineer to join their Robotics deployment team. This role is vital for overseeing the installation, troubleshooting, and integration of robotic systems in fulfillment centers. Candidates should possess a solid foundation in robotics, mechanical and electrical systems, as well as networking. The position offers a dynamic work environment, focusing on hands-on field engineering with opportunities for travel across the US and internationally. If you are passionate about technology and robotics, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of robotics and networked mechanical systems required.
• Proficient in standard office software tools and processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and troubleshooting of Robotics equipment.
• Coordinate software systems and ensure operational readiness.

Skills

Troubleshooting Robotics Systems

Data-Driven Decision Making

Technical Documentation

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Networking Fundamentals

Standard Office Software

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Robotic Systems (Fanuc, ABB)

Programming Languages (C++, Python, Java)

Job description

This range is provided by SPECTRAFORCE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$49.00/hr - $49.00/hr

Duration

6 months (Possibility of extension or conversion)

Description

The System Engineer plays a crucial role in the Robotics deployment team. They oversee the installation, troubleshooting, integration, and commissioning of Robotics equipment in new and existing fulfillment centers (FCs). This field engineering-based position demands strong technical skills for deploying robotic equipment, including working with mechanical systems, electrical, configuring networking, and coordinating software systems. While training is provided on the specific systems that the engineers will be working on, a candidate should have foundational knowledge of robotics, networked mechanical systems, and electrical systems.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or closely related STEM field.
• Experience working on mechanical, electrical, IT networked, or software systems.
• Understanding of data collection, reporting processes, and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to read technical drawings and/or reading CAD models to resolve on-site clash issues using 3D clash detection reports.
• Ability to troubleshoot robotics systems to resolve escalations including quality hand-off, live order testing, site acceptance testing, operational readiness testing, monitoring robotics system performance, etc.
• Ability to read and develop technical documentation and process instructions.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work primarily in a construction or warehouse environment in a field-based role and travel extensively across the US and potentially internationally.
• Must be proficient in standard office software tools and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience working in a field engineering, construction, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Proven experience working on hardware integration or complex mechanical-electrical or networked industrial equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate past use of data to drive decision making processes.
• Practical understanding of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP).
• Ability to take independent initiative when presented with a business need.
• Knowledge of robot specific experience (Fanuc, ABB), Allen Bradley PLC experience. C++, Python, Java, etc.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Information Services