Support Engineer - Support Engineer III

Support Engineer III

Location:

North Reading, Massachusetts (Onsite)

This position is responsible for the hands‑on testing, characterization, and performance evaluation of actuators, robotic manipulators, and multi‑axis motion systems. The role involves planning and executing motion performance tests across multiple control modes, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining test infrastructure, and supporting the hardware integration and bring‑up of new prototypes.

• Plan, configure, and execute motion performance tests on actuators, robotic arms, and multi‑DOF systems.
• Operate robots and test rigs in position control, velocity control, torque/force control, and impedance/admittance control modes.
• Instrument test setups with encoders, force/torque sensors, IMUs, and motion capture systems; validate sensor data quality.
• Collect, organize, and analyze test data such as trajectory tracking accuracy, bandwidth, settling time, and force fidelity to generate reports and visualizations.
• Identify and flag anomalies, regressions, or out‑of‑spec behavior, working with controls and firmware engineers to root‑cause issues.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot test fixtures, actuator dynamo meters, and lab equipment.
• Support mechanical and electrical integration, wiring, and bring‑up of new robot prototypes.
• Develop and document repeatable test procedures, scripts, and automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including controls, mechanical, electrical, and software to define test requirements and acceptance criteria.

Education: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field.

Experience: Experience testing robotic systems, actuators (servo motors, brushless DC, linear actuators), and closed‑loop motion control systems. Experience configuring and running performance tests on robotic systems across multiple control modes.

Technical

Skills:

Hands‑on experience with test instrumentation such as encoders, force/torque sensors, accelerometers, and data acquisition systems. Proficiency in data analysis and scripting (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for test automation and post‑processing. Familiarity with Linux/UNIX‑based operating systems at a user level.

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in robotics testing, motion control, or electromechanical systems validation.
• Familiarity with motor drive tuning (PID, feed forward, gain scheduling) and servo commissioning tools.
• Experience with automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines for hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, frequency‑domain characterization, and system identification techniques.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.