Robotics Automation Engineer

BEPC is actively looking for Robotics Automation Engineer, in Tucson, AZ area!

W2 Contract – 12 months with possible extensions!

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Pay Rate: $55.00 - $65.00/hour - Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Work Model: Onsite role

Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered

Summary of the Role:

BEPC is seeking a highly motivated Robotics Automation Engineer (Research and Early Development) to join our client’s site in Tucson, AZ. This role will support research and development efforts involving process automation, robotics, and system integration through concept generation, prototyping, detailed design, testing, and performance evaluation.

Applies diversified knowledge of design principles, practices and implementation in complex systems and assignments. General responsibilities include concept generation, prototyping, detailed design and testing to assess performance against project objectives. Works as part of an agile research engineering team, making independent decisions and exercising technical judgment to achieve generally defined project goals. Iterates designs based on feedback and user testing.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies advanced engineering knowledge to research projects, typically related to process automation and integration.
• Participates in defining new components, products or processes, typically for pathology lab applications.
• Creates potentially patentable components for systems, or processes.
• Receives general direction and exercises considerable discretion as to work details.
• Performs simulations, analyses and experiments to test hypotheses related to project outcomes.
• Designs, builds and tests prototype hardware and software systems to achieve defined goals.
• Prepares and delivers presentations of project results to others; presents data to diverse audiences.
• Participates in project planning as part of a cross functional agile technical team.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a directly related discipline plus 8 years of experience, OR Master's Degree in a directly related discipline plus 4 years of related experience, OR PhD in a directly related discipline plus 2 years of related experience. Ideal Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Robotics preferred).
• Expert knowledge of principles and concepts of robotic/mechatronic engineering, motion control, sensing and coordinate systems.
• Creative, independent thinker, able to work in a research setting.
• Strong problem solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with hands-on assembly and robotics/automation systems.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical and software prototyping.
• Experience with robot software (preferably ABB RobotStudio).
• Experience with motion control systems (stepper motors, servo control, encoders, feedback systems).
• Experience with machine vision for object detection and/or robot guidance.
• Experience with electronic control systems (PID control, PLC, industrial control).
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, EtherCAT, Profinet, RS-485, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience in the diagnostic industry and/or pathology laboratory environments.
• Experience with industrial networks (switches, Fortinet, routers, TCP/IP).
• Experience with robotic calibration through machine vision (fiducials, ArUCO tags, AprilTags, etc.).

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

Apply Now!

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you!