What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechatronics Engineer position at Ocean Power Technologies Inc?
Job Title: Mechatronics Engineer
Location: On-Site – Richmond, CA
Reports to: VP of Technology & Innovation
About Us:
Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (OPT) provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets, including Merrows™, which provides AI-capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness Systems across platforms. Our PowerBuoy® platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V® unmanned surface vehicles (USV’s) and marine robotics services. The Company’s headquarters is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey with an additional office in Richmond, California.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to enhance our engineering team. In this role, you will focus on the development, tuning, and optimization of advanced control systems that enable our autonomous surface vehicles, WAM-V® and PowerBuoy® to navigate and operate seamlessly in diverse environments. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing the efficiency and reliability of our marine platforms' controls systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in marine robotics, contributing to our mission while setting new standards in the industry.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop electromechanical systems for autonomous marine vehicles and buoys, utilizing a variety of power sources, motors, and actuators, amongst other components.
- Continuously develop and refine logic for microcontrollers and microcomputers.
- Design and develop capability to integrate various 3rd party sensors, communications equipment, and other autonomous/remotely operated platforms.
- Coordinate with electrical/hardware, mechanical, and software engineers on interface design, development, and maintenance.
- Engage in electrical, mechanical, and software systems diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Develop and maintain documentation, management, and system tools for testing, validation, and configuration.
- Coordinate with the manufacturing team for transfer of production-ready technology with all associated technical documentation.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in robotics engineering or mechatronics engineering with a preference for backgrounds in marine robotics.
- Proficient in programs: SolidWorks, Ansys, Autodesk Inventor, Arduino IDE
- Proficient in programming languages: C , Python
- Solid understanding of electrical components, circuit design, wiring, and safety standards related to marine applications.
- Familiarity with CANBUS protocol.
- Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting and resolving electromechanical issues.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Desired:
- Experience with marine or aquatic robotic systems and standards.
- Experience with power management and environmental sealing.
- Hands-on experience with field testing and willingness to engage in sea trials.
- Eligibility for US Government Security clearance.
Ocean Power Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary range is $105,000 - $115,000 per year and includes the following:
- Bonus potential
- Restricted Stock Awards
Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
Salary : $105,000 - $115,000