Embedded Mechatronics Engineer

Job Summary:

Zymo Research is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Engineering Team! The Embedded Mechatronics Engineer will design implement and optimize embedded motor-control systems for complex mechatronic platforms. This role focuses on real-time motion control firmware development electronics integration and close collaboration with mechanical electrical and software teams to deliver reliable high-performance motion solutions.

Join us in making a meaningful impact!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design implement and tune motion-control algorithms (including PID) for multi-motor systems (stepper BLDC servo).
• Develop embedded firmware in C/C and Python for real-time control on MCU/RTOS platforms.
• Select and integrate microcontrollers and peripherals (timers PWMs UART/I2C/SPI memory) based on system requirements.
• Implement and debug communication interfaces (UART CAN I2C SPI USB) between controllers and modules.
• Collaborate on PCB-level design grounding power distribution and EMI/EMC mitigation for high-current motor systems.
• Integrate and condition signals from sensors (encoders limit switches optical sensors) with appropriate filtering.
• Implement safety features: fault detection watchdogs overcurrent protection and interlocks.
• Use oscilloscopes logic analyzers and in-circuit debuggers for bring-up validation and troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain technical documentation: architecture diagrams firmware specs test plans and V&V protocols.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Robotics Mechanical Engineering with a strong controls focus or a related field required.
Masters degree in a related discipline is a plus.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 3 years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development for motion-control or mechatronic systems (5 years preferred for senior-level consideration).
• Strong understanding of control theory motion control and PID tuning for precision motion systems.
• Proven experience with RTOS deterministic timing and interrupt-driven control loops.
• Working knowledge of motor drivers (e.g. TMC series) microstepping torque profiles and current control.
• Experience with PCB design principles hardwaresoftware co-design and electronics debugging.
• Familiarity with reliability practices (FMEA DFM/DFT) and designing for robust manufacturable systems.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to communicate clearly with mechanical electrical and software teams.

About Us:

Since its inception in 1994 Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative reliable and high-quality research tools and products. Whether its DNA RNA epigenetics microbiomics protein or yeast-based research our philosophy remains the same: To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Orange County Register inand named a Top Workplace USA in 2023 Zymo Research continues to be a vibrant community where employees thrive feel connected and are inspired by their work. If you are passionate about contributing to scientific advancement and want to be part of an exceptional team in a dynamic growing company wed love to hear from you!

Compensation Benefits and Perks:

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $77000- $100000 annually at the time of posting. Actual compensation details will be provided in writing at the time of offer if applicable and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation including geographic location experience knowledge skills abilities and other job permitted factors.

Zymo Research also offers competitive benefits and perks including:

• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance Coverages
• EAP Sessions
• Vacation Time plus Company Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Generous 401(K) with matching
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Complimentary fruit snacks and beverages
• Complimentary catered lunches on Thursdays
• Complimentary EV Charging

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex age color race religion marital status national origin ancestry sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression physical & mental disability medical condition genetic information military and veteran status or any other protected status as defined by federal state or local law.

Location:

Onsite Zymo Research HQ 17062 Murphy Ave. Irvine CA 92614

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