CareerPlan

Dynamic Systems and Servo Analysis Researcher

Wilton, CT, USAFull-time$118k–$173k2026-10-23 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Model structural dynamics, servo behavior, and multidisciplinary system performance to evaluate emerging concepts and guide technology-development decisions for precision-motion systems.

Role type

Researcher in dynamic systems and servo analysis

Builds

Advanced precision-motion and mechatronic system models and analysis frameworks

Domain

Semiconductor equipment / Precision motion systems / Mechatronics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Structural dynamics, Vibration analysis, Feedback control, Finite element methods, Numerical modeling, Model-order reduction, State-space realization, Frequency-domain simulation, Time-domain simulation, Data analysis

Preferred skills

Experience with unconventional analysis methods, Automated model generation, Optimization, AI-assisted engineering workflows

Technologies

ANSYS, Siemens NX, COMSOL Multiphysics, MSC NASTRAN, MATLAB, Simulink, Python

Responsibilities

Develop dynamic, finite element, reduced-order, and system-level models for precision-motion systems; Integrate structural models with actuators, sensors, drive electronics, control loops, disturbances, and representative motion profiles; Analyze structural modes, dynamic stiffness, compliance, frequency response, motion accuracy, control bandwidth, settling behavior, stability, and disturbance sensitivity; Identify dominant performance drivers, coupling mechanisms, sensitivities, technical risks, and system-level limitations; Select appropriate modeling fidelity and clearly document assumptions, boundary conditions, uncertainties, limitations, and analysis methods; Validate model predictions using engineering calculations, sensitivity studies, benchmarks, and experimental or system-level measurement data when available

Seniority

Mid-Senior level Researcher