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Robotics/Controls Engineer

GCR Professional ServicesBurlington, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 20, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and the chance to design cutting-edge robotic control systems, perfect for engineers with a strong foundation in modeling, control theory, and C++ programming who are eager to grow their skills in a dynamic environment. You'll thrive here if you enjoy hands-on problem-solving and collaborating on innovative electromechanical projects. Apply today to join a team pushing the boundaries of robotics!

Quick Overview

Salary
$100k - $140k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Burlington, MA, United States
Posted
15 hours ago
Embedded SystemsRobotics

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Robotics/Controls Engineer:
 

Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Manager of Controls Engineering to design and implement advanced control systems for robotic manipulators and electromechanical systems. Responsibilities include motion control and servo tuning, dynamic modeling, simulation in MATLAB, and real-time software implementation. Support machine design analysis and the selection of actuators, sensors, and control components. Limited domestic and international travel required.

Required Skills

  • Strong foundation in mathematical modeling and system analysis

  • Knowledge of dynamic system modeling, motion control, and control theory (PID, feedforward)

  • Hands-on experience with control systems, filter design, and tuning

  • Proficiency in MATLAB

  • Experience programming in C/C++ for Linux and embedded systems

  • Experience with microcontrollers, sensors, prototyping, and troubleshooting

Preferred Skills

  • State estimation and system identification

  • Electrical and electronic system design background

  • Digital and analog circuit design, embedded systems, power electronics, and motion control

  • Thermal modeling and analysis

  • Laboratory skills including soldering and PCBA rework

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, or related engineering field with at least 2 years of experience

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in a related engineering field with 0–1 year of experience
    Salary range - $100k to $140k
    It is the policy of GCR to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. GCR is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. 

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