Analog Devices · 15 hours ago
Principal Motion System Engineer - Robotics
Wilmington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$157K/yr - $227K/yrAnalog Devices, Inc. is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds. They are seeking a Principal Motion System Engineer to architect and lead the development of next-generation robotic motion systems, focusing on system-level hardware design and integration for real-world robotics applications.
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Responsibilities
Architect and deliver system-level motion hardware for robotics platforms, integrating motor drives, advanced power electronics (including GaN), and sensors
Lead the hardware/firmware co-design for high-performance actuation, including HW structures, embedded control, safety, and diagnostic features
Set technical strategy and best practices for system integration, validation, and robust field deployment in demanding environments
Define and implement requirements, interfaces, and system safety cases in partnership with firmware, software, and mechanical teams
Mentor and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration and verification
Drive innovation in EMI/EMC mitigation, reliability, and certification for motion subsystems
Qualification
Required
MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field
Extensive, recent experience in embedded controls and hardware for robotic motor drives or complex power electronics systems
Demonstrated success delivering innovative motion platforms with closed-loop validation and field deployment
Significant hands-on experience developing robotic motion systems in industry-leading companies
Deep expertise in system-level hardware design for motor drives (BLDC/PMSM), power electronics (with GaN FET-based topologies), and multi-modal sensor integration
Proven ability to translate product vision into robust, production-quality architectures and platforms
Strong understanding of firmware/embedded development for real-time control and diagnostics
Track record of delivering motion hardware that meets stringent reliability, safety, and compliance requirements (including functional safety and EMI/EMC)
Leadership in system integration, verification, and multidisciplinary collaboration
Architect and deliver system-level motion hardware for robotics platforms, integrating motor drives, advanced power electronics (including GaN), and sensors
Lead the hardware/firmware co-design for high-performance actuation, including HW structures, embedded control, safety, and diagnostic features
Set technical strategy and best practices for system integration, validation, and robust field deployment in demanding environments
Define and implement requirements, interfaces, and system safety cases in partnership with firmware, software, and mechanical teams
Mentor and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration and verification
Drive innovation in EMI/EMC mitigation, reliability, and certification for motion subsystems
Preferred
Leadership roles in architecting or scaling advanced robotic hardware platforms with real-world experience with GaN FET-based inverters, actuation mechanism design, and sensor fusion
MCU motor-control expertise: Advanced timers, center-aligned PWM, ADC-injected sampling, DMA, capture/compare, and fault inputs; interrupt latency management and fixed-point math
Power electronics & drivers: Three-phase inverter design, gate driver tuning, snubber design, current sensing topologies, DC link design, and motor-side filtering
GaN (Plus): Layout and drive techniques for high dv/dt switching, Miller mitigation, and double‑pulse testing
Advanced expertise in: FOC and commutation algorithm design and tuning (simulation, HIL, dyno)
PWM/ADC synchronization, DMA pipelines, and real-time control loops on MAX/STM MCUs
Three-phase inverter design, gate driver configuration, and board bring-up
System identification, parameter estimation, and implementation of sensorless observers
Robust fault handling, diagnostics, and EMI/EMC mitigation
Automated verification (e.g., Simulink Test, scripted test benches)
Documentation supporting certification pathways
Benefits
Medical, vision and dental coverage
401k
Paid vacation
Holidays
Sick time
Other benefits
Company
Analog Devices
Analog Devices (NYSE: ADI) defines innovation and excellence in signal processing. ADI's analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal
Founded in 1965
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.6MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Defense
2025-04-11Post Ipo Debt
2024-09-18Grant· $4.6M
2012-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Vincent Roche
Chief Executive Officer
John Hassett
SVP Industrial & Consumer Group
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