Robotics Control Engineer, Amazon Robotics

$129,300 - $223,600/Yr

Amazon - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

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About the position

The Robotics Control Engineer at Amazon Robotics is responsible for developing high-performance, real-time robotic systems that can intelligently interact with humans and navigate complex environments. This role involves leveraging expertise in motion planning, control theory, and software engineering to create scalable solutions that enhance robotic capabilities in fulfillment centers. The engineer will work collaboratively with a team of experts to tackle real-world challenges and contribute to the advancement of robotic technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, simplify and continuously improve system controls architecture including machine control code, networking, electrical design and safety design
• Develop controls code utilizing structured text on Codesys platforms
• Identify and implement system optimizations
• Work closely with hardware and software engineering team members to drive scalable, real-time implementations
• Partner closely with hardware engineering team members on developing systems from prototyping to production level
• Launch, test, and debug our systems both in the lab and in the field
• Develop tools and best practices for system monitoring and troubleshooting, including HMI development
• Work with stakeholders across hardware, science, and operations teams to iterate on systems design and implementation
• Contribute to value engineering of the system's electrical and controls hardware components

Requirements

• 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience programming with at least one software programming language
• 3+ years of experience developing production motion control systems for robotics or industrial automation
• 1+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• 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 (networking, storage, operating systems)
• Demonstrated experience with Functional Safety standards
• Demonstrable skills in developing testable applications
• Solid debugging skills and the ability to diagnose and solve difficult problems
• Dedication to rigorous testing practices and design process flows
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python
• Experience with interdisciplinary developments that involve hardware, software, and algorithm co-design
• Experience in one or more relevant technical areas: robotics, sensors, real-time systems, embedded systems, distributed systems, simulation, high-performance scientific computing, or building infrastructure for engineering/science users
• Expertise building and testing real-time systems
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure and tool development for scientific/engineering users
• Demonstrated experience incubating and productionizing new technology from idea generation through implementation
• Experience in professional software development
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

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