Senior Controls Engineer - Mechatronics

Dandy•,

4d•$142,600 - $167,700•Hybrid

About The Position

Dandy is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer - Mechatronics to join our elite Precision Robotics R&D team in Milpitas, CA. This role is the technical cornerstone for developing the integrated controls and mechatronic architecture of our next-generation Special Purpose Machines (SPM) for manufacturing custom-made prosthetics. As an engineer with 6+ years of experience, you will bridge the gap between high-level robotic theory and physical machine execution, responsible for building the "nervous system" of our machines. You will integrate actuators, sensors, and motion control into a cohesive, high-performance architecture. This is a hybrid role, where you will drive innovation from initial concept and rapid prototyping through to production-ready systems.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in high-volume, precision manufacturing, automation, or robotics, with a focus on system-level architecture and hardware/software integration.
Experience owning multiple full lifecycle programs from concept to production deployment.
B.S./M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechatronics, Electrical, Robotics, or related engineering discipline.
Substantial experience with PLC programming and SCADA (e.g., Ignition, Allen-Bradley, or Siemens).
Proficiency in robot programming and offline simulation (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, or similar).
Strong backend programming skills (C++/Python) and deep understanding of robotic kinematics, motion control, and simulation.
Expertise in hardware/software interfaces (e.g., EtherCAT, Profinet, CANopen) and sensor integration.
Proven track record of technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage automation vendors/integrators in fast-paced production environments.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise with high-performance motion controllers (e.g., Beckhoff/TwinCAT, ACS, Elmo).
Experience integrating advanced vision-guided robotics, AOI (Automated Optical Inspection), and force-feedback/torque-verification systems.
Demonstrated experience with safety standards such as ISO 10218 (Industrial) and ISO/TS 15066 (Collaborative) or ISO 13482.
Proficiency in performing ROI/CAPEX analysis and managing full-scale factory deployments.
Familiarity with CAD (e.g. Creo/SolidWorks/Onshape) for tooling design and GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

Architect complex, high-performance robotic and electromechanical systems from initial concept to high-volume production, ensuring micron-level accuracy.
Design and develop robust control software packages to program robotic and controls equipment in accordance with project specifications.
Architect and implement intuitive HMI and SCADA strategies to monitor real-time production data, streamline operator interfaces, and ensure repeatable process control.
Drive hands-on machine builds and iterative testing, including wiring control cabinets and integrating sensors and actuators, while acting as an onsite builder to optimize system performance.
Serve as a technical PoC, bridging gaps between mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams. Partner with manufacturing, operations, and quality teams to drive design for Automation (DfA) principles.
Lead the full project lifecycle, including generating functional requirement specifications (FRS), managing automation equipment providers, and overseeing Factory/Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT).