Controls Engineer III (Senior)

Summary:

Mujin is the future of industrial robotic systems in production and distribution environments. Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks. We aim to revolutionize the use of robotics within industry to free human resources from labor-intensive tasks to focus on more intellectual challenges.

As a Sr. Controls Engineer at Mujin, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems for our advanced industrial automation solutions. Your expertise will contribute to the seamless integration of hardware and software, ensuring the efficient operation of complex robotic systems. If you’re passionate about automation, robotics, and pushing the boundaries of technology, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Key responsibilities:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop control system architectures for Material Handling equipment and robotic applications

Design, program, and troubleshoot PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and motion control systems

Develop and optimize control algorithms for robotic movements, safety features, and precision tasks

Integrate sensors, actuators, and communication protocols to enhance robotic performance

Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning to ensure reliable and efficient operation

Provide technical support to field service teams during installation and maintenance

Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in controls engineering

Complete the commissioning of complex systems that integrate hardware and software

Experience in understanding schematics and control panels, translating conceptual designs into practical engineering solutions

Provide recommendations for productivity improvement, cost reduction, and enhanced customer satisfaction

Utilizes best practices in writing PLC programs

Generate recommendations for productivity improvement, cost reduction, and enhanced customer satisfaction

Guide overly complex technical interchange and knowledge transfer related to system design and product application

Apply advanced skills to resolve complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices independently, including developing innovative solutions

Display a high level of critical thinking in bringing successful resolution to high-impact, complex, and cross-functional problems

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or comparable engineering degree

5+ years of successful experience in related field for controls engineers

Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen Bradley and/or Rockwell)

Experience writing functional safety programming (5+ years)

Experience with IO-Link

Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

Travel Requirement: Up to 25%, domestically and/or internationally

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Periods of moving about industrial warehouse and production environments

Frequent exposure to mechanical and electrical systems, requiring the use of appropriate PPE and adherence to safety protocols

Occasional lifting and transport of equipment or tools weighing up to 25 pounds may be required

Ability to work extended hours as required

Great Company! Great Benefits! When working with Mujin, enjoy:

100% Company paid Medical, Dental, Vision option plus the opportunity to buy-up some benefits beginning the 1st of the month after hire!

100% Company Paid Life Insurance & Voluntary Benefits

100% Company Paid Long and Short-Term Disability

15 Paid Time Off (PTO) days beginning your 1st year!

11 Paid Holidays, including (2) Floating Holidays!

401(k) Plan!

Parental Leave Benefits!

Health Savings Account (HSA) option with HDHP!

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care!

Referral Bonuses!

Company Stock Options in many roles!

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Mujin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.