Senior Mechatronics Engineer - Servo and Motion Systems

FARO is a leading company in 3D measurement technology.

Hybrid position based out of our Exton, PA office.

• Design and analysis of mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging for FARO’s metrology products.
• Support projects from concept to production, coordinating with related departments and vendors.
• Act as subject matter expert in the design and tuning of servo control systems.
• Research and select motors, bearings, and sensors for precision axis design.
• Research and design power transmission mechanisms.
• Perform dynamic systems analysis and feasibility studies of designs and concepts using engineering principles and FEA software.
• Conduct hands‑on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of prototypes to ensure design requirements are met.
• Develop assembly, calibration, and compensation techniques.
• Build BOMs for manufacturing and assembly.
• Guide operations with creation of assembly instructions.
• Understand cross‑functional technology and interfaces within the product line.
• Analyze and refine high‑level requirements.
• Mentor other engineers and review their designs and analysis.
• Lead the mechanical engineering of subsystems and act as subsystem project lead when required.
• Inform stakeholders and cross‑functional teams of new projects in a concise and professional way to secure commitment.
• Provide suggestions for product improvements at part and module level.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Preference for MS or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical or Robotics Engineering with advanced coursework in servo controls.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in machine design and servo control design and tuning (preferably over 10 years).
• Expert level understanding of servo control system design and tuning for complex linear and rotary systems.
• Experience in precision machine design and evaluation for metrology, machine tool, robotics or similar applications.
• Proficiency in Solid Works CAD or similar to create models and drawings.
• Finite element analysis using Solid Works Simulation or ANSYS.
• Drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.5M dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Design of kinematic components, motors, bearings, and system error budgets.
• Dynamic system modeling using MATLAB or similar software.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python or C#.

• A competitive paid time off bank and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, life and AD&D insurance plans.
• Pre‑tax flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities.
• Wellness fairs.
• Frequent lunch and learns to help educate employees.
• Other employee events.
• Inclusive culture and commitment to diversity.

FARO is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. FARO is a government contractor and will take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders. We are a drug‑free workplace with pre‑employment drug screening.