About the role
Systems Engineer – Mechatronics/Electrical
Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Position Details: * The hiring range for this role is typically between $95,000 and $116,000 annually, with the full range extending to $137,000 annually, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression * This position will be In Office
Primary Function: The Systems Engineer – Mechatronics / Electrical is responsible for troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and sustaining support of mechatronic and electrical systems within advanced robotic platforms. This position investigates hardware failures, drives corrective actions, and supports system integration and reliability improvements from prototype development through production.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities: * Lead root cause analysis and failure investigations for mechatronic and electrical systems, driving corrective and preventive actions through resolution * Provide troubleshooting and sustaining support for electromechanical components, including actuators, motors, gearboxes, bearings, power systems, batteries, sensors, circuit boards, and wiring harnesses * Investigate system-level failures through hardware testing, inspections, teardowns, measurements, and performance analysis * Review electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and engineering changes to identify potential system risks and opportunities for improvement * Develop and maintain diagnostic procedures, test fixtures, acceptance criteria, and regression tests to improve failure detection and system reliability * Support system integration, release readiness, and failure review processes, including issue tracking, containment, and rework plans * Analyze hardware performance and failure trends to identify opportunities for reliability and design improvements * Document investigation findings, test procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines; provide technical guidance to technicians and junior engineers * Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, and safety teams to support prototype development and system integration * Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences
Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field, or equivalent required. * Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in hardware troubleshooting, mechatronics, electrical systems, or sustaining engineering; alternatively, a master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience. * Experience with root cause analysis, failure investigations, and corrective action processes * Strong understanding of electromechanical systems, including actuators, motors, transmissions, power electronics, batteries, and sensors. * Proficiency reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings and using diagnostic equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers. * Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN, EtherCAT, and Ethernet. * Scripting experience, preferably Python, for test automation and data analysis. * Strong written and verbal English language communication skills * Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group * Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values * Pass a post-offer background verification
Work Environment Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.