Staff Mechatronics Engineer

GrayMatter Robotics is seeking a Staff Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced robotic systems for manufacturing automation. This role is intended for a senior technical leader who operates with high autonomy, influences system architecture, and mentors engineers while remaining hands-on. Strong controls and mechatronics foundation with hands-on experience in PID tuning, motor and drive control, and frequency response analysis, combined with practical debugging using lab instruments and PLC-based industrial automation hardware (PLCs, safety modules, sensors, actuators). Proficient in embedded C/C++ and Python for low-level control and integration, and experienced in full-system robotic design spanning electrical, mechanical, and controls domains. Designs and sources components, creates CAD and technical drawings, and rapidly prototypes using 3D printing and basic shop tools with a strong DFM mindset. Applies working knowledge of power electronics and common hardware certification standards, and leads thorough testing, validation, and troubleshooting of automation systems before deployment. Collaborates cross-functionally to translate customer needs into buildable solutions, standardizes PLC architectures within robotic cells, drives continuous product and EOAT improvements, and mentors junior engineers while remaining deeply hands-on in complex system integration.

Responsibilities

Lead system-level design and architecture of robotic and automation solutions; Own complex mechatronic subsystems across mechanical, electrical, and controls domains; Serve as a technical authority on robotic cell design, integration, and performance; Drive requirements definition, trade studies, and design reviews; Partner with software, controls, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver robust systems; Mentor senior and mid-level engineers; raise overall technical bar; Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution validation when needed; Identify technical risks early and guide mitigation strategies; Influence long-term product and platform roadmap decisions

Requirements

Strong controls and mechatronics foundation with hands-on experience in PID tuning, motor and drive control, and frequency response analysis; practical debugging using lab instruments and PLC-based industrial automation hardware (PLCs, safety modules, sensors, actuators); proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python for low-level control and integration; experience in full-system robotic design spanning electrical, mechanical, and controls domains; ability to design and source components, create CAD and technical drawings, and rapidly prototype using 3D printing and basic shop tools with a strong DFM mindset; working knowledge of power electronics and common hardware certification standards; ability to lead thorough testing, validation, and troubleshooting of automation systems before deployment; ability to collaborate cross-functionally to translate customer needs into buildable solutions; experience standardizing PLC architectures within robotic cells; drive continuous product and EOAT improvements; mentor junior engineers while remaining deeply hands-on in complex system integration; 12+ years of experience in mechatronics, robotics, or automation engineering; strong background in industrial robotics, automation systems, or complex machinery; demonstrated ownership of system-level designs through deployment; deep understanding of electromechanical systems and controls integration; experience leading technical projects or acting as a technical lead; ability to work cross-functionally and make architecture-level decisions; comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Nice to have

Experience with robotic cell design in manufacturing environments; Hands-on exposure to PLCs, sensors, actuators, and industrial safety systems; Prior experience mentoring or technically leading teams; Customer-facing engineering or field deployment experience

Benefits

medical; dental; vision; unlimited PTO; 401(k) plan + employer match; regular offsite events; discretionary fund for enhancing productivity; bonus or commission; equity