Automation Engineer
Core
Design, build, commission, and troubleshoot automation, robotics, and mechatronics projects for scientific missions.
Role type
Automation Engineer (Robotics & Mechatronics)
Builds
Physical automation systems, robotic cells, and electromechanical safety systems
Domain
National Laboratory / Industrial Automation / Mechatronics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, robotic arm programming, electrical system design, pneumatic system design, mechanical system design, CAD design, closed-loop control systems, safety interlock systems
Preferred skills
Safety standards knowledge (ISO/ANSI), welding/fabrication, rapid prototyping (3D printing/laser cutting), SIS design
Technologies
Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, KUKA, FANUC, Universal Robots
Responsibilities
Design and build automation and robotics projects, commission safety-compliant systems, troubleshoot mechatronics projects, analyze and present research data, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Seniority
Mid-level IC