Precision Automation Specialist

2 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States ZipRecruiter Full time

Job Overview

We're seeking an exceptional Precision Automation Specialist to join our team at ZipRecruiter. This role offers a unique opportunity to design, implement, and optimize control systems that power cutting-edge technology.

About the Role

This is a key position within our engineering team, responsible for developing and testing control algorithms that drive precision and efficiency. As a Precision Automation Specialist, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sensors, actuators, and control hardware, ensuring seamless automation and optimal performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Design and Implement Control Algorithms: Develop and program control algorithms for mechanical, electrical, or robotic systems using tools like MATLAB and Simulink to model and simulate control strategies.
  2. Analyze System Dynamics and Stability: Perform dynamic analysis to understand system behavior and response, calculating stability margins, frequency responses, and sensitivity to ensure robust performance under varying conditions.
  3. Develop and Calibrate PID and Advanced Controllers: Design and tune PID, adaptive, or model-based controllers as required by system specifications, optimizing controller parameters for responsiveness, accuracy, and minimal oscillation.
  4. Integrate Sensors, Actuators, and Control Hardware: Work with various sensors and actuators to gather real-time data and execute control actions, selecting and configuring hardware to ensure seamless integration with control systems.
  5. Collaborate on System Testing and Validation: Conduct thorough testing and validation to confirm that control systems meet design requirements and perform under real-world conditions, troubleshooting and fine-tuning systems to achieve consistent results.
  6. Document Control Designs and Testing Protocols: Create detailed documentation of control algorithms, design decisions, and testing results, ensuring clear technical records for future reference and troubleshooting.
  7. Stay Updated on Control and Automation Trends: Keep current with the latest advancements in control theory, automation, and hardware, evaluating new methods, tools, and technologies to maintain cutting-edge control capabilities.

Requirements:

  • Control Theory and System Dynamics: Strong knowledge of control principles, including feedback loops, PID control, adaptive control, and stability analysis.
  • Programming and Simulation Tools: Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, or LabVIEW for control system modeling, simulation, and algorithm development.
  • Experience with Sensors and Actuators: Knowledge of sensor types (e.g., encoders, accelerometers) and actuator systems (e.g., motors, solenoids), as well as their integration with control systems.
  • Analytical and Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose issues in control performance, analyze system behavior, and implement improvements.
  • Hardware and Circuitry Understanding: Familiarity with control hardware, including PLCs, microcontrollers, and other embedded systems.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $135,000 per year, depending on experience. Additional benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, paid time off, flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and more.



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