84 Robotic Systems jobs in Boston

• Design mechanical components and systems for robotic applications.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Perform kinematic and dynamic analysis of robotic systems.
• Optimize designs for performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Support prototyping and testing of robotic hardware.
• Troubleshoot mechanical design issues.
• Stay current with robotics technology trends.

• Lead the mechanical design and development of robotic systems, including manipulators, end-effectors, and structural components.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks or similar software.
• Perform stress analysis, thermal analysis, and dynamic simulations using FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL).
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for components, considering performance, cost, and reliability.
• Collaborate with electrical and software engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.
• Design and oversee the fabrication of prototypes and test fixtures.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of mechanical designs, troubleshooting and iterating as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of product design and manufacturing processes.
• Mentor junior mechanical engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in robotics and mechanical engineering.

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical components and assemblies for robotic systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Utilize advanced CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for 3D modeling, detailing, and creating engineering drawings.
• Perform rigorous Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to validate designs and optimize performance under various operating conditions.
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers, software developers, and control systems specialists to integrate mechanical designs with other system components.
• Develop and implement robust testing and validation procedures to verify design integrity and functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical design issues that arise during prototyping, testing, and production phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the overall technical growth of the engineering department.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in mechanical engineering, materials, and robotics technologies.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mechanical design, with a significant portion focused on robotics or complex electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar high-end CAD software.
• Strong experience with FEA and CFD tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or STAR-CCM+.
• Deep understanding of kinematics, dynamics, stress analysis, and vibration analysis.
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, additive manufacturing, injection molding).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a cross-functional team environment.
• Experience with sensor integration and actuation systems in robotics is a plus.

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world's biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You'll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You'll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You'll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description
Are you ready to be part of a team that values safety, continuous improvement, quality, and employee well-being? CHEP is looking for a motivated Automation Technician I - 2nd Shift to join our team in Wilmington, MA!

As a proactive team member, working varying shifts, the Automation Technician I is responsible for performing and managing plant maintenance programs under the direction of the Plant Manager. Maintenance activities must ensure that employee's health and safety, product safety, and the protection of the environment are never compromised, and that all maintenance activities enhance product quality, plant performance and business priorities. About the Role:

Maintain plant equipment and machinery to ensure optimal working condition while driving continuous improvements aligned with operational priorities.

Perform timely and effective root cause analysis to resolve equipment failures, enhancing efficiency, quality, and overall reliability.

Assist in diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues across a range of plant equipment, including conveyors, pallet handling systems, and other manufacturing machinery.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance activities with a multi-skilled approach, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols at all times.
• Support the site's reliability initiatives by identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment performance.
• Assist in scheduling and executing maintenance tasks, ensuring proper documentation of work orders and tasks to maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Actively seek opportunities to improve maintenance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and contributing to overall plant performance.
• Conduct risk assessments for all tasks using site-specific or dynamic risk assessment procedures to ensure the safety of both equipment and personnel.
• Prioritize employee health and safety, product quality, and environmental protection in all maintenance activities, ensuring all efforts contribute to improved plant performance and reliability.

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance.
• Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting.
• Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors.
• Preventative and corrective Maintenance on conveyance equipment .
• Ability to climb steps over conveyor system, work in tight spaces as well as at heights.
• Ability to use and navigate MS office and internet applications.
• Knowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulations.
• Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

• Control panels and power cabinets.
• 3 phase 480-volt power systems.
• Rockwell Automation Compact Logic ( RSLogix 5000)
• Ethernet IP networks, EthernetIP on machine devices and VFDs
• Yaskawa, Fanuc or Kuka robot experience
• NEC 70E Electrical Safety

• Chain Drive Live Roller Conveyor and Belt Conveyor systems
• Hydraulics pumps and circuits
• Air compressors
• Pneumatic circuits valves

• Competitive Pay w/ Shift Differential
• Benefits Day 1!
• 401K w/ company match (up to 4%)
• F REE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and MORE!

Job Category : Business Technology Services

Requisition Number : MANUF010669

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• Posted : March 28, 2025
• Full-Time
• Remote

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East Coast

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary: The Manufacturing Systems SCADA Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, implementing and supporting manufacturing technology solutions across all of Hoods manufacturing locations. These solutions will focus primarily on connecting shop floor Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. By working in partnership with the business to understand requirements, challenges and opportunities this role will enable solutions that meet established business objectives while working to standardize the applications and toolsets in use across Hoods manufacturing landscape. This role is part of the Manufacturing Systems Team and will work collaboratively with the Plant Engineering, Continuous Improvement, IT and other business teams to ensure effective, and efficient experiences and outcomes.

HP Hood LLC has many manufacturing locations in the United States that operate 24x7x365. The Manufacturing Systems Analyst will required to frequently travel to one of these locations and will need to be readily available to provide critical support and services to the HP Hood LLC business.

For candidates based in NY/CT this position typically pays between $107,000-$120,700

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contributes to developing a long-term, cross-plant manufacturing systems technology strategy including standardization of toolsets and applications where appropriate.
• Researches Level 2 (SCADA) and Level 3 (MES) systems to provide recommendations to the business on solutions to their business requirements and objectives.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on GS1 labeling for pallets and cases
• Works with the IT team to develop an effective and efficient approach to integration between shop floor manufacturing systems and business systems (particularly SAP)
• Works in partnership with Operations teams, Continuous Improvement team and others to bring forth and document user and functional requirements for manufacturing systems opportunities within Hoods manufacturing landscape.
• Works collaboratively with plant engineers and operations teams to develop project proposals to determine functional and technical scope, time frame, funding limitations, and procedures for accomplishing projects.
• Works to ensure that concerns regarding change management, legal, security, technical infrastructure and systems integration are considered for all Manufacturing Systems projects.
• Works on creation and evolution of business continuity plans for manufacturing systems
• Assists with the relationship with manufacturing systems vendors - including vendor selection, contract negotiation, budgeting and license management
• Other responsibilities and duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Industrial Engineering or related field, preferred or relevant experience considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with Level 2 (SCADA) and Level 3 (MES) systems is required.
• Experience working for a CPG company required (food or beverage company preferred).
• Direct, hands on MES implementation experience including integration with Level 4 (ERP) systems.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Factory Talk View implementations
• Experience working on GS1 labeling initiatives preferred
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition preferred
• Experience with SAP DMC/MII very desirable
• Experience working with Operations and Engineering staff to build out and document requirements for SCADA and MES applications.

Skills and Competencies :

• Ability to be detailed-oriented while still maintaining a big picture perspective. Must have a solid understanding of corporate-wide functions, specifically how technology supports business processes.
• Creative and analytical. Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, to achieve expected results.
• Ability to react under pressure to any given situation that may arise, in a professional manner and with positive results, in support of a multi-location, 7 X 24 environment.
• Ability to work hard to effect change in a dynamic, high standards environment while maintaining a positive approach with management, peers, and subordinates.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Candidate will be expected to communicate to employees and suppliers at all levels (including company executives) via: face to face meetings, conference calls, written messages and project documentation. Ideal candidate must have excellent presentation skills and meeting facilitation skills.
• Highly collaborative work style. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful professional working relationships. Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced project environment.
• Ability to be the liaison between technology and the business.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office skills, to include MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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