Manager of Controls Engineering

About Persimmon Technologies

Persimmon Technologies is a global leader in robotics and electric motor technology. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vacuum environment robots integral to the production of advanced semiconductor chips used in data centers, cellular phones, computers, and other critical applications driving the AI revolution. Our cutting‑edge robotics solutions are used by the semiconductor industry's largest integrated device manufacturers and foundry companies worldwide, including industry giants such as Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and AMD.

Persimmon is a key player in the global supply chain for advanced semiconductors, LED and advanced packaging equipment manufacturing. We also pioneer next‑generation electric motor technology using additive manufacturing techniques for electric vehicles and high‑performance applications. Persimmon is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 billion global conglomerate, and is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts.

Manager of Controls Engineering – responsible for planning and managing activities of the controls engineering group, executing technology development projects, and providing controls engineering support for design, manufacturing, field service, and CIP activities orts to the VP of Engineering and supervises a cross‑functional team of 3+ members.

• Coordinate, develop, and track schedules, plans, tasks, and priorities for the controls engineering group.
• Support engineering teams to follow effective processes and promote communication between multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate, track, proof, and finalize project documents with minimum supervision.
• Ensure the timely execution of controls tuning tasks and development projects while reporting to upper management.

• Controls systems design
• Tuning of control systems
• Kinematic and dynamic analysis
• Robotic systems engineering
• Electromagnetic systems design
• Algorithms and programming
• Simulation

5 years in controls engineering with demonstrated project and team leadership.

• Approximately less than 5% travel, including local, domestic and international locations.
• Work is sedentary in nature but may require standing, walking, grasping, and lifting/moving up to 30 pounds.

M.S. with a focus on Controls or Robotics.

The compensation range for this position is $150,000 – $200,000 per year, determined by relevant experience, skills, and other factors.

Competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; generous paid time off; 100% company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; 100% company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance; and a 401(k) plan with 5% company matching. We also prioritize professional development and continuous learning.

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