Robotics Software Engineer
About The Position
Brooks is looking for a Software Engineer as we accelerate our growth journey. Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing. Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.
Requirements
- Proficiency in programming C++11 or later.
- Experience with embedded real-time systems under a multi-threading and interrupt driven environment, such as QNX or Real-Time Linux.
- Experience applying object-oriented design best practices.
- Experience working as part of a team following modern software development practices (SDLC), working with revision control tools, using remote debuggers, and following software release processes, ideally in an Agile environment.
- Experience with robotics software development, machine automation, or industrial control systems.
- Experience with robotics, kinematics/dynamics, motion planning, motion control systems, or servo control architectures.
- Experience with EtherCAT software stacks, industrial networking, or distributed control systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with customers to address field issues.
- Experience with robotics applications in semiconductor or industrial automation environments.
- Experience with FPGA-based systems and hardware/software integration.
- Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, MATLAB, or similar scripting languages.
Responsibilities
- Develop embedded software for new and legacy products within the Robotics Automation Group to control robot motion, interface with vacuum chamber sub-systems, and perform self-diagnostics.
- Design, implement, and maintain robotics and motion control software for advanced automation systems.
- Develop and optimize robot motion capabilities including trajectory generation, multi-axis coordination, synchronization, and performance tuning.
- Contribute to EtherCAT-based distributed control architectures and industrial networking solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, product management, and customers to define and implement new product features.
- Develop and communicate software requirements and design changes to peers; participate in design reviews.
- Ensure reliable and high-quality software through development and automated testing best practices.
- Actively participate in Zero Defects initiatives to improve our DevOps software development process; research and evaluate process improvements and new tools.
- Collaborate on the design of test equipment and setup of robotic hardware or systems.
- Support manufacturing and field service engineers in investigating and troubleshooting field issues (remote or on-site).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Company paid holidays
- Flexible Vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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