What are the responsibilities and job description for the Smart Factory Systems Engineer position at The Association for Manufacturing Technology?
Description
AMT is building a world-class test bed for smart manufacturing—a proving ground for real-time data pipelines, robotics, digital twins, and AI-driven systems. This role leads the architecture and technical development of that platform and supports collaborative R&D with leading technology partners. You’ll work hands-on at the intersection of hardware and software, transforming emerging concepts into working infrastructure that helps define the future of industrial technology.
Why You’ll Love This Role
· High-impact R&D: Lead the technical development of AMT’s flagship smart factory test bed.
· Real-world experimentation: Work directly with machine tools, sensors, robots, and cloud platforms.
· Cross-functional by design: Collaborate across research, industry partners, and member companies.
· Room to lead: Set the architecture, shape the roadmap, and mentor junior contributors.
What You'll Do
Test Bed Development:
· Build and maintain the infrastructure supporting AMT’s smart manufacturing test bed.
· Connect physical systems to digital platforms using modern IIoT tooling and industrial protocols.
Pilot Project Leadership:
· Lead technical execution of partner-driven pilots (e.g., AI Factory, USD integration, robotics control).
· Deliver clean, working implementations with reusable documentation and demo assets.
Technical Mentorship:
· Support and mentor junior developers, interns, and contributors.
· Establish and maintain technical best practices across the stack.
Standards Integration:
· Implement interoperability using MTConnect, OPC UA, and related standards.
· Ensure compatibility and extensibility across diverse data and control layers.
Requirements
· 5–10 years in software engineering, automation, or systems integration.
· Strong experience with IIoT protocols, edge/cloud systems, or real-time data pipelines.
· Hands-on familiarity with industrial equipment, robotics, or machine interfaces.
· Proven ability to lead or own delivery on complex technical projects.
· Collaborative mindset and comfort operating across disciplines and organizations.
Bonus Points For:
· Experience with digital twin or simulation environments (e.g., NVIDIA Omniverse).
· Familiarity with MTConnect, OPC UA, Unified Namespace, or MQTT.
· Contributions to standards bodies or open-source projects.
· Strong documentation and systems thinking skills.
Highlighted Benefits
Full-time AMT employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:
· Medical | Dental | Vision coverage – 100% of premiums covered for employees and eligible dependents.
· Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 5 weeks if start date is before July 1. After July 1, receive 2.5 weeks.
· Paid Winter Break and select holidays.
· 401k Plan (100% company match up to 6%, no vesting period).
· Free drinks/snacks/lunch catered monthly and so much more….
Equal Opportunity Employer
AMT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.