Senior Automation Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Sat, Aug 29, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days
Job Summary
Leading the design and development of automation solutions, the full-time Senior Instrument Control Software and Automation Engineer, Optical Packaging will implement software for real-time control of precision optical systems, focusing on high-precision alignment and integration with motion control systems.
Key responsibilities
- Architect and implement automation software for opto-mechanical alignment systems and nano-positioning stages
- Develop algorithms and motion sequences for optical alignment, calibration, and measurement routines
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define software interfaces for precision hardware
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
- 8+ years of experience in automation software engineering with a focus on motion control or hardware integration
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or C# for real-time systems
- Hands-on experience with nano-positioning systems and precision actuators
- Deep understanding of control systems and sensor integration
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