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The AES Corporation · 2 weeks ago

Robotics Hardware Engineer - Solar

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 company leading the charge in the global energy revolution. As a Robotics Hardware Engineer on the Maximo team, you will lead the development of advanced robotics systems and components for solar module installation, ensuring high quality and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Utilities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and development of advanced robotic systems, including components, subsystems, and assemblies, ensuring high quality, reliability, and manufacturability

Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of difficult scope

Translate product level requirements into subsystem/module/component technical design criteria

Perform detailed mechanical design and analysis, including stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and motion analysis

Own engineering release of subsystem design including component and module CAD (Computer Aided Design), Drawings, and BOMs (Bill of Materials)

Develop and capture knowledge required to deliver subsystem level excellence through Design Guides, FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis), DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report), A3’s, Tolerance Stack Ups, and other documents

Derive from the Product and capability roadmaps a technical plan enabling expected performance and specifications

Coordinate prototype build plans to evaluate design concepts through physical lab testing

Apply systems safety methodologies as defined by industry standards

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software engineers, and control engineers, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components

Oversee the prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical designs

Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and performance

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning

Stay up to date with the latest advancements in robotics and mechanical engineering to drive innovation and improve product performance

Qualification

Robotic systems designMechanical engineering3D CAD softwareRegulatory complianceProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailResults-oriented attitudeTechnical leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

5+ years of experience in hardware design and development of robotic systems

Proven track record of successfully delivering complex robotic systems to market

Expert knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX)

Demonstrated ability, either through previous projects, advanced education/research, and/or knowledge of the robotics field

Familiarity with regulatory compliance (e.g., CE, FCC, UL), safety standards, risk assessment, product definition (sensors, power and electronics components)

Excellent problem-solving, analytical skills and troubleshooting skills

Capability to work dynamically and collaboratively across multiple teams in a fast-paced and technical business environment with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills

Results-oriented, 'can-do' attitude, and 'get things done' mentality; comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; no compromise on attention to quality and details

Demonstrated ability to understand solar engineering and technology concepts, question assumptions, and make informed product and technology decisions

Preferred

Advanced degree preferred

Technical understanding of automation, robotics, computer vision, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence is a plus

Company

The AES Corporation

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it’s a space for innovation and partnership.

Founded in 1981

Arlington, Virginia, US

5001-10000 employees

http://www.aes.com

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