Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).
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Controls EngineerJob DescriptionBrooks is seeking qualified candidates to work with a team of talented controls engineers to develop industry leading, high performance robot control platforms for the semiconductor industry. The work is both technically challenging and hands-on with new, cutting edge robot arm designs and state of the art control software and electronics that push the envelope in semiconductor wafer handling.
What You'll Do:
Responsibilities: The candidate will apply digital filtering and control theory to design motion control algorithms and tune the feedback parameters on the robot hardware, characterize the dynamic performance, stability, throughput, payload vibration, design verification testing, software configuration, and documentation/release. The candidate will participate in diverse opportunities to apply the latest principals of robotics and control theory to push the boundaries of performance with tools such as MATLAB.
What You'll Bring:
- We are looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on engineer with a broad capability in electro mechanical systems who possesses:
- Knowledge of control theory, dynamic systems, robotics theory, vibration analysis, backend software development
- Including but not limited to related coursework, experience or research in controls, dynamic systems, or robotics
- The ability to learn complex systems quickly and create independently
- Good troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- Competency in MATLAB (controls toolboxes a plus, object–oriented and Java integration preferred)
- Excellent technical communication and presentation skill
- Skilled in C/C++ programming especially for real-time system
- Prior experience with multithreaded and interrupt driven programming preferred.
- Handy in the use of dynamic signal analyzers and general lab equipment
- BSEE or BSME with 3+ years’ experience or MSEE, MSME or Ph.D. with 1+ years’ experience
- Interest in traveling abroad to visit and integrate robots at customer sites.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: $105,593.46 USD to $142,861.74 USDFactors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Benefits
At Brooks, we offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan
Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays and Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness.
Have a question about our benefits and compensation package? Your recruiter can share more with you during the hiring process.
Work Location & Flexibility
At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.
Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.
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Skills Required
- Knowledge of control theory, dynamic systems, robotics theory, and vibration analysis
- Backend software development experience or knowledge
- Ability to learn complex systems quickly and work independently
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Competency in MATLAB
- Excellent technical communication and presentation skills
- C/C++ programming skills, especially for real-time systems
- Prior multithreaded and interrupt-driven programming experience
- Experience using dynamic signal analyzers and general laboratory equipment
- BSEE or BSME with 3+ years of experience
- MSEE, MSME, or Ph.D. with 1+ years of experience
- Interest in traveling abroad to visit and integrate robots at customer sites
Brooks Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is generally characterized as industry-average to slightly above, aligning with market expectations in many roles. Compensation is often framed as fair for experience, with stronger competitiveness appearing in specialized technical tracks and certain high-cost locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, supported by life and disability insurance as part of the core package. The overall health offering is positioned as comparable to peers and frequently treated as a baseline strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off is presented as generous, with flexible or unlimited PTO reported for many roles and a holiday shutdown period. In practice, usage appears workable for many teams, though norms can be manager- and workload-dependent.
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What We Do
Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions. We have been a key participant in the semiconductor industry for more than 40 years providing precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions enabling chip manufacturers globally. Brooks is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia.
