Systems Engineer 1, Robotics & Automation

Siemens Healthineers

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Work type
Remote
Location
TAR B
Salary
$85,730–$117,876 / yr
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Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Below market

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This role pays less than 93% of similar roles. Most pay $136,716–$213,570 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $102k versus about $175k for comparable roles.

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About Siemens Healthineers

Siemens Healthineers is a leading global medical technology company, headquartered in Germany, that provides imaging, diagnostics, and artificial intelligence-driven solutions to healthcare providers.

Siemens Healthineers currently has 41 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $129,900–$178,618 across 41 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer 1, Robotics & Automation

As a Systems Engineer 1 – Robotics & Automation, you will join a team to design, integrate, and validate robotic systems for next-generation laboratory diagnostics. You will work at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to develop precise, repeatable multi-step workflows in a regulated medical-device environment. Daily responsibilities include programming and tuning robotic arms, optimizing motion paths, and integrating vision-guided perception for object manipulation. You will use simulation tools to prototype behaviors and design mechanical fixtures using CAD software. Required technical skills include Python, MATLAB, ROS2, and experience with sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers like Arduino. You will also utilize computer vision, 3D printing, and AI-assisted programming to solve complex laboratory automation problems while ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $160000 from 251 postings across 41 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Program, configure, and tune robotic arms to execute precise multi-step laboratory workflows.
  • Characterize robot accuracy and apply calibration techniques to achieve tight positioning tolerances.
  • Develop and optimize motion paths to balance cycle time, reliability, and precision.
  • Integrate vision-guided perception and robust grasping for manipulating objects in laboratory conditions.
  • Use simulation and modeling tools to prototype and de-risk robotic behaviors before hardware deployment.
  • Design and iterate mechanical fixtures, adapters, and end-effectors using rapid prototyping.
  • Translate product requirements into technical specifications, interface definitions, and structured test plans.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in robotics, biomedical, mechanical, electrical, systems, or a related engineering discipline (May 2027 graduation).
  • Hands-on experience programming and integrating robotic arms, including configuration, calibration, and motion planning.
  • Practical experience with Robot Operating System (ROS2) and integrating robots, sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB for control, data collection, and analysis.
  • Experience with CAD tools such as SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, or Autodesk Inventor and rapid prototyping.
  • Familiarity with computer vision and perception for robotics, such as depth sensing and OpenCV.
  • Experience with robot simulation and modeling environments (preferred).
  • Export Control: “A successful candidate.

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