About QuartusQuartus Engineering Incorporated ( is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.
About Applied Photonics SectorApplied Photonics is a business unit within Quartus that focuses on the practical application of the science and technology of light. Our teams develop innovative products as well as custom optical and metrology solutions for commercial and industrial applications. Our expertise spans precision metrology, robotics, machine vision, semiconductor, and emerging photonic technologies including quantum optics.
What Will You Do?As a Mechanical Engineer with a focus in Mechatronics, you will design and develop robust electromechanical and controls for high performance systems in challenging environments. You will work as part of a team of creative cross-disciplinary engineers to meet project and customer's requirements and gain exposure to a wide variety of systems from airborne remote sensing to industrial automation and everything in between. At Quartus, you will be involved in the entire project lifecycle from concept and design to build and test.
Essential Job Functions:- Develop and validate dynamic system models (plant models and black-box parametric models) using Simulink and MATLAB
- Design and implement control systems for robotic and opto-mechanical platforms
- Perform precision mechanical design including tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and detailed CAD using SolidWorks
- Support system integration, build, and experimental validation
LocationPosition is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule.*
*The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.
What are We Looking For?- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Controls, or related field (advanced degree in Intelligent Systems preferred)
- 6-10 years of experience in robotics and control systems
- Experience with system identification and dynamic modeling
- Expertise in precision mechanical design and engineering documentation
- Must be a US Person ( or US Permanent Resident)
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Universal Robots cobots and Beckhoff PLCs
- Familiarity with CoppeliaSim
- Background in machine vision and MATLAB Image Processing Toolbox
- Hands-on experience building, testing, and debugging complex electromechanical systems
Compensation and BenefitsSenior Engineer pay range: $114,443 - $190,738*
*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.
Referral eligibility: Tier 1
Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.
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