Robotics Engineer

Location: On site / Newburyport, MA, USA
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Negotiable salary

Newburyport, Massachusetts (Greater Boston Area)

Join a team that’s redefining automation.

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.

As a Fanuc Authorized System Integrator
, we partner with leading manufacturers to create cutting‑edge robotic solutions. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and want to work on impactful automation projects from concept to commissioning, this is your opportunity.

At BCA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s how we work. You’ll join a highly experienced, close‑knit team that values:

• 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:
• Robot simulation (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

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

You’re someone who:

• 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

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
• Life Insurance

At BCA (part of Mpac Group), we live by:

Integrity | Drive | Collaboration | Expertise | Innovation