Mechatronics Engineer

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Mechatronics Engineer (Saugerties, NY)
The Mechatronics Engineer is responsible for designing/engineering custom mechatronic systems, mechanical concepts, and products for both existing and new products, which includes the integration of translating stages, rotary motion, multi-link positioners, sensors, servos, actuators, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Work interactively in cross functional teams to produce new products and improve existing products.  Integration of control systems for industrial robotics into tools/equipment, including all aspects such as dynamics, end-effector design, controls, etc.

• Ensure designs meet product specifications and comply with industry and regulatory standards.

• Lead the vision for the system and the integration of Mechanical, Electrical, and other engineering with the Mechatronics.

• Design and document using Edwards or customer design process and CAD systems.

• Create designs and operations to be used in a clean manufacturing environment.

• Analyze and improve dynamic robotic systems, and design path optimization algorithms and associated controls.

• Make a work breakdown and planning as part of a project.

• Maintain high quality level by organizing reviews of own work, and participating in reviews from other design engineers.

• Produce presentation and documentation as needed for engineering and customer reviews of design work.

• Work with other functions to develop test requirement and build documentation to ensure quality and functionality of products.

• Support manufacturing in troubleshooting issues during first article builds and integration into existing products.

• Identify key risks in designs or product.  Work with team on mitigation plans and/or prototype tests to reduce/eliminate risk of mechanical designs not meeting requirements/industry standards. Analyze designs to determine potential risks, failure modes, and corrective actions.

• Participate and support quality processes such as DFMEA, PFMEA, 8D, etc.

• Run complex mechatronic systems for test and qualification of design changes.

• Engage with team to proactively participate in continuous improvement efforts.

• Work with other functions to coordinate effort to support business needs.

• Maintains a professional manner to enhance the company's image with customers.

• Attend and participate in customer, departmental or company meetings.

• Complete routine tasks according to departmental policies and procedures.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Detail oriented, logical thinker, with the ability to work independently on multiple competing priorities with moderate supervision in a professional engineering environment.

• Extensive knowledge and work experience of Mechatronics engineering, design, and analysis standards and practices, which includes translating stages, rotary motion, multi-link positioners, sensors, servos, actuators, end-effector design, path optimization algorithms and associated controls, etc. and documentation.

• Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines.

• Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability.

• Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.

• NX, Solidworks, AutoCAD, PLM, SAP knowledge, and experience engineering to SEMI Standards are a plus.

• Self-motivated team player with strong desire to learn and ability to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently and with minimal guidance.

• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.

• Ability to interact with customers and outside vendors.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Experienced/advanced working knowledge of Office Suite, MS Project, and related communication applications.

• Good foresight and strong analytical thinking skills.

• Quick learner; and apply new information and skills.

• Ability to prioritize activities and deliver projects on time.

• Be willing to work flexible hours.

• Able/available to travel within the US; 5% travel can be expected.

Education, Cerifications, and Experience: 

• BS Degree or higher degree in a relevant Engineering field (Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.).  Equivalent work experience, or a combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in mechatronics engineering

• Additional specialization in closely related areas such as robotics, sensor applications, or other fields.

• Semiconductor equipment design experience, with a focus on mechatronics design engineering preferred.

• Exposure to multi-disciplinary projects, such as imaging/optical systems, semiconductor, or lithography preferred but not required.

• Experience with PID controllers, linear and nonlinear calibrations, and flexible dynamics.

• Experience designing complex mechanisms such as robot grippers, end effectors, sensing development, etc.

• Experience/demonstrate strong technical writing and communication skills in English, including presenting results based on supported statistical evidence to audiences of a wide range of technical abilities.

• Experience with mechatronics behavior predictive modeling and methods: ability to apply "classical control theory" and "digital control theory" including frequency domain, stability analysis, Nyquist/Bode plots, Velocity-Acceleration-Jerk (VAJ), feedback/feedforward, dynamics, gain and phase, transfer functions, continuous/discrete feedback control, real time controls, etc.

What you can expect from us:

• Excellent working conditions and benefits

• Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market

• Work in a global diverse and dynamic environment 

• You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs 

• We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact 

• You can be creative and promote your own ideas 

• Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 100 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research. 

At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

For more information about Edwards visit our website: www.edwardsvacuum.com

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