Automation Controls Engineer (Robotics)

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; onsite schedule with one remote workday per week

Company

hirify.global develops technologies, equipment, and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial, and forestry markets, with operations in more than 140 countries.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and refine control algorithms for autonomous machine functions.
• Define technical requirements and specifications for autonomous control systems.
• Develop simulation and test environments to evaluate system performance before deployment.
• Integrate control software, sensors, and supporting hardware into machine systems.
• Plan and execute laboratory, simulation, on-machine, and field validation testing.
• Analyze machine data, troubleshoot control behavior, investigate root causes, and improve reliability and operator experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, controls, robotics, mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with automation, autonomous systems, or automated vehicle technologies.
• Hands-on experience designing, programming, integrating, and validating control systems.
• Proficiency with software development tools for automation and control applications.
• Ability to analyze technical problems and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Knowledge or experience with kinematics, robotics, machine vision, sensors, and sensor integration is preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience with NI hardware, LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting machine control systems.
• Experience with heavy equipment, mobile machinery, robotics, or autonomous vehicles.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) and employee savings programs.
• Vacation and designated holidays.
• Disability, life insurance, and employee and family assistance programs.
• Employee learning and development programs.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment focused on collaboration, perseverance, and sustainable innovation.