Senior Mechatronics Engineer - Servo and Motion Systems

Overview

Design and lead servo/mechanical systems for precision metrology instruments.

Key Responsibilities

• prototype assembly
• servo tuning
• solidworks design
• fea analysis
• bom build
• subsystem lead

Tasks

-Perform hands-on assembly, testing and troubleshooting of prototypes to ensure design requirements are met -Serve as subject matter expert in the design and tuning of servo control systems -Mentor other engineers and review their designs and analysis -Drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.5M Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) -Design using Solidworks CAD software or similar to create models and drawings -Support projects from concept to productions in close coordination with related departments and vendors -Inform stakeholders and cross functional team of new projects in a concise and professional way to convince and get commitment -Leads the mechanical engineering of subsystems and acts as subsystem project lead when required -Provide suggestions for product improvements at part and module level -Perform dynamic system analysis. -Research and select motors, bearings, and sensors for precision axis design. -Research and design power transmission mechanisms. -Conduct feasibility studies of designs and concepts using engineering principles and FEA software -Develop assembly, calibration and compensation techniques. -Guide and assist operations with creation of assembly instructions -Build BOMs for manufacturing and assembly -Analyze and refine high level requirements

Requirements

• python
• c#
• matlab
• ansys
• servocontrol
• phd

What You Bring

-Experience with programming languages such as Python or C# -Key individual contributor able to work autonomously to support the design of new metrology instrument products. -A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Preference towards MS or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical or Robotics Engineering with advanced course work in servo controls -A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in machine design and servo control design and tuning. Preference towards more than 10 years of experience. -Understand cross functional technology and interfaces within the product line -Expert level understanding of servo control system design and tuning for complex linear and rotary systems -Precision machine design and evaluation for metrology, machine tool and robotics or similar applications -Kinematic component design -Dynamic system modeling using MATLAB or similar software -Finite element analysis (FEA) using Solidworks Simulation or ANSYS

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Benefits

-Pre-tax flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care -Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities -401K with employer match -Medical, dental, life and AD&D insurance plans -A competitive paid time off bank and paid holidays -Frequent lunch and learns to help educate employees about issues affecting their lives -Wellness fairs

About Faro Technologies

-Pioneered portable 3D measurement technology. -Flagship FaroArm and laser tracker systems revolutionized inspection, reverse engineering, and quality control. -Expanded into construction documentation and public-safety scene reconstruction. -Headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, with global operations. -Serves automotive, aerospace, AEC, and law-enforcement clients. -Projects include factory floor inspections, documenting historic architecture, and crime-scene analysis. -Laser trackers offer superior accuracy over large volumes compared to traditional total-stations. -Portable arms provide flexible, on-site measurement with ease compared to fixed CMMs. -Continues bridging the digital and physical world for real-time measurement capabilities.

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Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug screening as part of background checks.