Sr. Robotics Design Engineer: Government Projects

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Partner with project teams and internal stakeholders to understand manufacturing processes, requirements, and constraints, gathering CAD files, measurements, and documentation needed for design.
• Build 3D CAD assemblies and own robotic manufacturing cell design end to end, working with software design and mechatronics teams to optimize for reachability, cycle time, and efficiency.
• Design and iterate on robotic workcells, tools, and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), partnering with sensor and peripheral vendors and ensuring EOAT compliance with ISO/TR 20218-1 safety guidelines.
• Design hardware and mechanisms for six-axis robotic systems, including transporter mechanisms (rails), and perform structural analysis and simulation to validate design integrity.
• Prototype hardware with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in mind, using 3D printers, CNC machines, and other tools as appropriate.
• Own selection of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic hardware components, and work with electrical and software teams to integrate motors, sensors, and cabling within mechanical assemblies.
• Troubleshoot and test existing hardware and automation systems, identifying opportunities to improve robustness and performance.
• Lead mechanical risk assessments and ensure designs meet core industrial safety standards, including ISO 10218-1/-2 and ANSI/A3 R15.06.

Job requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of robotic system design and integration experience, with six-axis industrial robots as the primary platform.
• Experience designing 6DOF robot automation systems, including reach and layout studies and end-of-arm tool design.
• Demonstrated experience with 3D solid modeling, analysis, and development of 2D manufacturing drawings; SolidWorks expert level.
• Familiarity with motion control systems, robotics programming, and industrial facilities and equipment.
• Ability to solve technical problems effectively, efficiently, and independently.
• Effective communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as required by the role.