Who You Are
We are looking for a Senior Research and Development Engineer responsible for the development of embedded software for FANUC’s robot controller system, including development for new features and support for legacy products. The size and complexity of assigned tasks will vary, and developers must be able to handle multiple assignments efficiently. These are systems built from embedded ‘C’, KAREL, and various other web technologies.
How It’s Done
- Development of embedded software within a real-time operating system environment in the following areas:
- File systems
- User Program execution environment
- Multi CPU and Multi Core architecture
- User Interface technologies (HTML5, JavaScript, COMET, REST, WebGL)
- Memory management
- System logging/profiling
- System and network security
- Adherence to established coding standards to produce clean, clear, well-documented, and easily-maintained code
- Specification, design, and implementation of software developments or software enhancements to existing products
- Updating and modifying design and engineering documentation as required for assigned developments
- Development and implementation of software tests and test procedures
- Development of software feature documentation and coordination with the Product Information group in the publication of product documentation
- Resolution of field reported problems, typically of a difficult or unique nature
- Communication with FANUC Japan and other engineering staff on product development and customer support related issues
- Presentation of a proposed software feature concept to selling division and select customers
- Mentoring of junior engineering staff and software development interns
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Minimum ten years of experience in an embedded software development role
What Would Be Even Better
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Strong FANUC robot experience including KAREL
- Experience with source control such as ClearCase and Git
- Robotic Application experience
It’s Up To You
At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.
We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people, and are interested in being considered for a career at FANUC America, we invite you to apply today!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of embedded software development experience
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong FANUC robot experience including KAREL
- Experience with source control such as ClearCase and Git
- Robotic application experience
FANUC America Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FANUC America and has not been reviewed or approved by FANUC America.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision insurance along with disability and life insurance. A wellness program is also described as part of the health-and-wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings program as part of the core package. Broader retirement supports such as pension and retirement allowance plans are also highlighted at the parent-company level as part of employee welfare initiatives.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid holidays are included as standard time-off benefits. Time off is also associated with positive work/life balance in at least one role-specific account.
FANUC America Insights
What We Do
FANUC America Corporation, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI is the leading supplier of robots, CNC systems and factory automation. Founded in 1982, FANUC America has over 1,500 employees in the Americas. Our team of automation professionals work in customer service, engineering, finance, human resources, IT, logistics, operations, manufacturing, product development, sales & marketing and training. On October 22, 2019, FANUC America hosted a Grand Opening of our new 461,000 square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, in order to keep pace with the growing demand for robots and automation. Constructed and in full operation just one year after breaking ground, the new facility houses several departments including engineering, product development, manufacturing and warehousing. FANUC now occupies over one million square feet of building space in Oakland County, Michigan. In 2021, FANUC America was named one of Michigan’s top workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for the 10th consecutive year. In addition, the Chicago Tribune named FANUC America’s Hoffman Estates, IL regional office one of Illinois’ top workplaces.
