Robotics Engineer

Newburyport, Massachusetts (Greater Boston Area)

Boston Conveyor and Automation (BCA) is building the future of sanitary automation across food manufacturing and life sciences, and we’re looking for a Robotics Engineer who is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and pushing technical boundaries.

• Collaboration across disciplines
• Creative problem‑solving
• Delivering real‑world impact for customers

• Partner with Sales, Applications Engineers, and customers to design smart automation solutions
• Create robotic concepts, simulations, and proof‑of‑concepts
• Develop bills of materials, system configurations, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls teams on integrated system design

• Build and simulate robotic systems using Fanuc Robo Guide
• Program robots for pick & place, packing, palletizing, and material handling
• Work with vision systems, sensors, and robotic tooling
• Develop and test software for system functionality and performance

• Support system build, debug, and in‑house testing
• Assist with integration across complex automation systems

• Travel to customer sites (20‑25%) for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Train customers on system operation and maintenance
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years in robotics, automation, or system integration
• Strong experience with Fanuc robotics programming (Handling Tool, Pallet Tool, iRPickTool, iRVision)
• Robot simulation with Robo Guide
• Vision systems & sensors
• Pneumatics and material handling systems
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug, and optimise complex systems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and deliver results

• Staubli robotics experience
• PLC programming (especially Rockwell Safety PLCs)
• HMI development
• Electrical design or AutoCAD schematic experience
• Servo/motor control knowledge
• Risk assessment experience for robotic systems

• Thinks creatively and thrives on solving complex challenges
• Can visualise solutions from concept through to reality
• Works well both independently and as part of a team
• Communicates effectively with both technical teams and customers
• Stays calm and effective under pressure

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
• Life Insurance
• A collaborative, innovation‑driven workplace

Integrity | Drive | Collaboration | Expertise | Innovation