Gorbel · 16 hours ago
Robotics Software Engineer
Victor, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $129K/yrGorbel is a manufacturer focused on improving people's lives through innovative material handling and fall protection products. They are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to develop embedded control systems for intelligent robotic and automated material handling equipment, contributing to real-time motion control algorithms and ensuring product reliability through testing and validation.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Apply embedded control system principles to develop intelligent robotic and automated material handling equipment
Contribute to the development of real-time motion control algorithms, embedded firmware, and communication protocols for advanced automation systems
Integrate embedded systems with robotic actuators, sensors, and automation networks
Ensure product reliability and performance through testing and validation activities in industrial automation environments
Design and implement control algorithms including feedback controllers and state machines for servo-driven automation systems
Develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers running safety-critical motion control applications
Create communication protocols using industry-standard frameworks for distributed embedded systems
Implement industrial communication protocols for servo drive control and data exchange
Develop sensor processing and calibration systems for precision measurement applications
Design safety-critical firmware including fault detection and protection systems
Develop embedded firmware for microcontroller-based motion controllers in industrial applications
Work with distributed embedded systems and communication between multiple processors
Implement control algorithms and positioning systems
Create communication protocols for inter-device messaging
Design I/O systems and sensor interfaces
Develop parameter management systems and configuration frameworks
Implement safety-critical systems including fault detection and emergency handling
Utilize debugging tools and develop diagnostic systems
Conduct hardware testing through test fixture development and validation activities
Collaborate with engineering teams on system integration projects
Develop calibration procedures and test software
Provide troubleshooting support and field service activities
Participate in safety analysis and documentation activities
Create technical documentation and interface specifications
Support customer applications and custom system configurations
Program embedded C/C++ for microcontrollers with real-time requirements
Object-Oriented Programming expertise
Implement sensor interfaces including analog and digital signal processing
Design state machines for motion control applications
Create modular firmware architectures supporting multiple product configurations
Implement firmware update mechanisms and debugging tool development
Develop testing frameworks and continuous integration processes
Design power management and fault recovery systems for industrial applications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Aerospace Engineering
Intermediate knowledge of C/C++ programming
Intermediate knowledge of Python Programming
Willingness to learn embedded systems and real-time programming concepts
Basic understanding of control theory or willingness to learn feedback control systems
Strong problem-solving aptitude and debugging mindset
Project and task management skills
Customer-oriented focus
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in team environments
Preferred
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Aerospace Engineering
Background in control systems, robotics, or automation
Experience with any microcontroller platforms or development environments
Basic knowledge of communication protocols or networking concepts
Familiarity with debugging tools and hardware analysis equipment
Experience with sensor interfacing or signal processing
Experience with version control systems and software development practices
Company
Gorbel
Gorbel is a manufacturer of overhead material handling and fall protection products in the industrial sector.
Founded in 1977
201-500 employees
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