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Robotics Automation Engineer (Research and Early Development) Jobs in Tucson, AZ at Sharp Decisions
Title: Robotics Automation Engineer (Research and Early Development)
Company: Sharp Decisions
Location: Tucson, AZ
Robotics Engineer – Core RequirementsCore Technical Requirements
- Strong experience in Robotics, Automation Systems, Industrial Automation, and Motion Control.
- Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, proof-of-concept development, and feasibility studies.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks and CAD design tools.
- Strong understanding of motion control technologies.
- Experience with:
- Electronic Controls
- PID Controls
- PLCs
- Industrial Control Systems
Machine Vision Requirements
- Some experience with robot calibration using Machine Vision is required.
- Candidate does not need to be a Machine Vision expert but should understand:
- Fiducials
- April Tags
- ArUco Markers
Industry Background
Preferred Industries:
- Medical Devices
- Diagnostics
- Pathology Automation
Also Acceptable:
- Aerospace
- Semiconductor
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics-Focused Engineering Environments
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Work within an early-stage Robotics Research & Engineering team.
- Design, build, test, and iterate robotic prototypes.
- Conduct feasibility studies and proof-of-concept evaluations.
- Develop automation and motion-control solutions for laboratory workflows.
- Work directly with robotic hardware in a hands-on lab environment.
- Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and software developers.
- Support mechanical design, integration, testing, and optimization activities.
Candidate Profile
- Strong engineering mindset with hands-on hardware experience.
- Comfortable working across mechanical, robotics, controls, and automation disciplines.
- Able to move quickly through multiple prototype iterations.
- Experience taking concepts from idea stage to working prototype.
