Robotics Control Engineer

Amazon Robotics builds high-performance, real-time robotic systems that can perceive, learn, and act intelligently alongside humans at Amazon scale.
$89,200 - $185,000
Robotics
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Robotics

Description For Robotics Control Engineer

Amazon Robotics is seeking an experienced Robotics Control Engineer to join their Motion Planning and Control team. This role offers an opportunity to create worldwide impact in robotics while solving challenges at the edge of robotics research. The team builds high-performance, real-time robotic systems that can perceive, learn, and act intelligently alongside humans at Amazon scale.

Working with a world-class team of experts in motion planning, control theory, computer vision, machine learning, and robotic hardware design, you'll apply the latest research trends to tackle complex real-world challenges. The role involves developing innovative and scalable products, focusing on areas such as closed-loop control, robotic grasping, and manipulation in high-contact environments.

Key responsibilities include designing and improving system controls architecture, developing controls code, implementing system optimizations, and working closely with hardware and software engineering teams. You'll be involved in launching, testing, and debugging systems both in lab and field environments, with 15% travel expected for onsite system testing.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $89,200 to $185,000 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave options, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. The role is based in Seattle, WA, and requires a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about robotics and interested in making a significant impact on Amazon's fulfillment networks through innovative technological solutions. The role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge robotics technology while contributing to systems that operate at a global scale.

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Responsibilities For Robotics Control Engineer

  • Design, simplify and continuously improve system controls architecture
  • Develop controls code utilizing structured text on Codesys platforms
  • Identify and implement system optimizations
  • Work closely with hardware and software engineering team members
  • Launch, test, and debug systems both in lab and field
  • Develop tools and best practices for system monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Work with stakeholders across hardware, science, and operations teams
  • Contribute to value engineering of system's electrical and controls hardware components
  • 15% travel expected to support onsite system testing

Requirements For Robotics Control Engineer

Python
Java
  • BS / MS Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar field)
  • Experience with C++, CodeSys, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Siemens PLCs, or similar
  • Demonstrated experience with IEC standards (eg IEC 61131-3) for programming controls for robotics
  • Working knowledge of Version Control GIT
  • Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals
  • Demonstrated experience with Functional Safety standards
  • Solid debugging skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits For Robotics Control Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Maternity and Parental Leave Options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plan

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