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Electrical Engineer 3

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Position:

Engr 3, Electrical (Firmware/Controls) Location:

Durham, NC (Onsite Daily) Pay Rate:

$59.03/hr Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Duration:

6-Month Temp Role (May be extended; possible FTE opportunity) Relocation:

Open to candidates outside Durham willing to relocate within 2 weeks at their own expense

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Firmware/Controls Engineer

to design, develop, and test automation and robotic motion control systems. This role involves applying knowledge of

software, electrical, and mechanical engineering

to improve and develop products such as robotics, servo systems, communication networks, and supervisory control systems.

Key Responsibilities

Perform

kinematic analysis

and develop control algorithms for robotic systems.

Design and implement control systems for

early prototype

and

proof-of-concept

robotics.

Write, document, and optimize motion control software for system performance.

Collaborate with

mechanical

and

electrical

teams to improve system design.

Interface with vendors and assist with

IP evaluations

in coordination with Legal.

Ensure compliance with

regulatory requirements

and company design standards.

Occasional travel (~1–2 trips/year).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science ( MSEng

).

10+ years

of experience in

robotics/automation

with a focus on electro-mechanical design and software development.

Strong experience with

PLC programming/configuration

and

DC motor control .

Familiarity with

Beckhoff, Galil, Panasonic, Allen Bradley

PLC systems.

Knowledge of

regulatory standards : IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971.

Skills

Object-oriented programming ( C#, C++ )

Experience with

.NET Framework

Knowledge of

UML state machine theory

Expertise in

robotic control theory

(servo systems, PID controllers)

Cross-platform software development

Familiarity with

CAN bus networking

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Primarily office-based with standard computer use and repetitive motion tasks.

Ability to carry/lift

up to 5 lbs frequently

and

up to 30 lbs occasionally .

Must have

visual acuity , ability to

sit for extended periods , and perform

fine motor tasks .

If you are interested, please contact

Chin Yang

at

A-Line Staffing . 586-323-4194 | ✉️ cyang@alinestaffing.com