Collabera · 16 hours ago
Scientist Microbiology
North Reading, MA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$55/hr - $65/hrCollabera is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop and optimize high-performance motion control algorithms for robotic systems. The role involves establishing testing frameworks, conducting automated validations, and collaborating across teams to enhance control systems.
ConsultingInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Shivani Bhatt
Responsibilities
Advanced Controller Tuning: Develop, implement, and optimize high-performance motion control algorithms, focusing on precision position and torque control loops for robotic arms/manipulators
Framework Development: Establish and maintain robust testing and simulation frameworks to ensure controller stability and system reliability across diverse operational conditions
Automated Validation: Design and execute automated validation routines to stress-test control systems and verify adherence to safety protocols
Data-Driven Analysis: Analyze system telemetry and sensor feedback to diagnose performance bottlenecks, stability issues, or control loop anomalies in real time
Process Standardization: Develop and document standardized processes for controller evaluation, system identification, and performance benchmarking
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and test teams to troubleshoot hardware-software integration issues and drive iterative control system improvements
Qualification
Required
Proven experience designing and tuning position and torque control systems for robotic arms, manipulators, or complex mechatronic hardware
Ability to perform system identification and dynamic modeling of physical systems to inform controller design
Strong programming skills in Python or C++ for developing control algorithms, automation frameworks, and data analysis tools
Hands-on experience with real-time control systems and motion planning architectures
Experience designing automated validation or hardware-in-the-loop test routines for control systems
Strong understanding of empirical tuning, stability margins, and frequency-domain analysis for diagnosing control instabilities
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Paid parking/public transportation
Paid time off
Paid sick and safe time
Hours of paid vacation time
Weeks of paid parental leave
Paid holidays annually - as applicable
Company
Collabera
Collabera is an end-to-end information technology services and solutions provider helping clients align their business and IT strategies.
Founded in 1991
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$30M2006-05-04Series Unknown· $30M
Leadership Team
Lalit Sharma
CFO
Michael H. Abraham
Chief Financial Officer
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