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GrayMatter Robotics · 3 months ago

Senior Robotics Engineer: Systems & Applications

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

GrayMatter Robotics is a well-capitalized AI robotics startup serving the manufacturing industry. As a Robotics Engineer: Systems & Application, you will design, develop, and deploy advanced robotic systems for automated surface finishing and mobile platform applications, collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningRobotics

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with the customer to learn about the manufacturing process and requirements, including observing the current process, taking measurements, collecting existing process data, CAD, and machine documentation

Configure GMR-AI to generate tool paths and trajectories for robotic paint operations

Develop sanding and polishing models including cycle-time and material-removal optimization

Work with mechanical and robotics engineers to design and develop the work cell for a specific task, keeping in mind the robot's reachability, coverage on part, and cycle time

Make any necessary design modifications on the robot end-of-arm-tool and part fixtures by working with mechanical engineers, and get parts fabricated, assembled, and tested

Design, implement, and deploy robotic cells, systems, and components

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain control components such as proximity sensors, relays, and vacuum ejectors

Develop process recipes for a consistent outcome

Work with engineering and support firms

Lead rigorous system testing practices

Lead proof of concepts for customers

Create documentation, manuals, and educational contents

Developing new applications using GrayMatter technologies and solutions

Work with the product and engineering teams to improve the customer experience

Participate in business proposal writing

Travel may be required up to 20% of the time

Qualification

Robotics EngineeringManufacturing Automation3D Solid ModelingC++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingRobotic SandingProcess EngineeringROS ExperienceLinux EnvironmentCustomer InteractionEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineer, Computer Science or related field

5+ years of industry experience with manufacturing automation, cyber-physical systems or similar

1+ years of working experience in robotic sanding

Demonstrated experience with 3D solid modeling, analysis, and development of 2D manufacturing drawings

Basic programming knowledge in C++, Python, or other similar languages

Effective communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to work with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to solve technical problems effectively, efficiently, and independently

Familiar with industrial facilities and equipment

Ability to work with customers

Must meet export control requirements in the United States and maintain ongoing work authorization beginning at the time of hire through the entirety of employment

Preferred

An advanced degree in Robotics and equivalent of 5+ years working experience on manufacturing process development, manufacturing engineering or similar

Experience programming 6DOF robots for various surface finishing applications

Experience with ROS and Linux environments

Experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment

Hands-on experience with force-control strategies, tool wear compensation, grit selection, and dust-extraction systems

Familiarity with compliance standards related to surface finishing (e.g., OSHA dust exposure limits, EH&S requirements for sanding systems)

Experience with large-part processing, multi-axis fixturing, and reachability optimization techniques

Experience working with the Air Force and/or other branches of the government to meet surface preparation or finishing standards