UHV Robotics Engineer

Job Description & Responsibilities:
This role serves to develop and implement UHV robotic process/equipment improvements, integrate new elements of process control-measurement systems, and software coding designs.
This engineer works in new projects, supports equipment modifications, and assists technical support teams with advanced troubleshooting.
Electrical/electronic knowledge of HMI devices, instrumentation, Digital and analog control methods, computer hardware, networking, PLC hardware, electronics, component level design, electrical layouts, pneumatics, hydraulics, motion control, machine vision, safety systems and CAD is required.
Software development experience should include object-oriented design utilizing Visual Studio, C#, C++, C, other scripted languages, IEC 61131-3 industrial languages, SQL.
Knowledge and experience with UHV systems and UHV robots.
Leadership and good communication skills to lead or work with a team of technicians, and engineers of multiple disciplines.
The automation engineer may often serve as the project team leader to organize the participating members of the team.
Document project request to form a statement of work, use cases, etc.
Identify opportunities for improving system quality, efficiency, robustness
Write clean, well-tested code with effective error handling
Create plans for testing, and assuring proper operation of designed process and machine functions
Develop proofs of concept for new and innovative solutions
Move data between equipment and databases
Break down large, complicated technical projects in defined stages and deliverables
Utilize multiple development platforms

Required Skills & Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain an Active DOD Secret Clearance, per ITAR regulations
Minimum BS Physics, BSCS, BSEE, BSEET, or equivalent curriculum and courses in mechatronics, automation, system integration, programming with 6 years’ experience: Or, a MS with 3 years of experience; Or a PhD.
Working knowledge of electronic components and systems controlled by software
Industrial Networking, PLC and PC based control systems environments
Robotics and mechatronics experience
Practical understanding and motivation to learn/apply developed skills to control electronic components and interfaced systems
Programming of software solutions in a variety of development languages
Schematic interpretation and creation
Hands on technical experience

Preferred Qualifications:
A minor in computer programming/engineering is preferred.
Working knowledge of electronic components and systems
Adaptability among different programming languages and styles and industrial standards
IEC 61131-3 industrial languages, Codesys
Application of protocols such as Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, OPC UA, etc.
Statistical process control, data driven problem solving
Machine vision image analysis and integration experience with leading machine vision hardware/software manufacturers and libraries. Machine vision interpretation of layered soft edge objects
Graphical user interface design
Version control and documentation


Equal Opportunity Statement:
USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.
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