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Summary:

Meta is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Data Center Robotics Engineering team. This team is dedicated to implementing cutting-edge robotics technologies to enable efficient and operationally safer data centers.The Robotics Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, manufacturing, deployment, and sustaining of robotics hardware solutions throughout the product life cycles to enable physical automation within Meta data centers. This role collaborates closely with software and system engineers to ensure seamless product integration, thus enhancing operational efficiency and reducing risks across Meta’s infrastructure. The ideal candidate has proven experience in embedded development with focus on electrical layout, board design and FW development. They demonstrate expertise in programming languages such as Python, C++ and have practical robotics experience in linux, developing firmware for microcontrollers, and soldering PCBs they designed themselves. They excel in system-level thinking, developing key electrical architectures from scratch and anticipating the needs of hardware-software integration. They are proactive problem solvers, adapt effectively in dynamic environments and passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation in robotics. This engineer must possess proven experience in communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, plus experience in engineering, program management and analytical skills. This role requires an experienced, dedicated professional to effectively collaborate and influence internal stakeholders, including cross-functional teams and individuals of all levels.If you have an appetite for technology and enjoy working in small, agile, empowered teams solving complex problems within a high energy, dynamic environment then this is the role for you. This position will require some domestic and international travel.

Required Skills:

Robotics Electrical Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Lead design, development, deployment, and sustaining of multiple parts of our Robotics embedded stack

2. Architect the electrical system layout of our autonomous mobile robots

3. Lead the design and implementation of wireless charging architectures for our autonomous robots

4. Lead the design and prototyping of custom PCB boards for power distribution, data collection, and HIL safety systems, etc

5. Architect and develop firmware for motor controllers, sensor interfaces, and communication systems

6. Analyze, understand, and mitigate thermal issues in the robotics system

7. Work closely with SW, ME and Systems teams to deliver fully functioning robotic prototypes and moderate volume production units

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

8. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

9. 8+ years of industry experience

10. Expert level experience with electrical layout, PCB design

11. Expert in inter-system communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, UART, SPI, etc

12. Skilled in effective communication across electrical, mechanical, and software domains to investigate and understand underlying design interfaces. Experience in mechatronics is preferred

13. Proven experience with all sorts of industrial automation systems and robotics including actuator selection, sensor integration, microcontrollers, linux systems, inter-device communication

14. Expert in C/C++, python skills with experience in embedded systems development

15. Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and Linux kernel development

16. Understanding of real-time control loops and timing constraints

17. Ability to take an abstract problem and break it down into an implementable system - starting with a scrappy approach and progressively building it up into a sophisticated solution

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

18. Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, EECS, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics or equivalent with 10+ years of industry experience

19. Extensive experience in the design and development of complex robotics systems, including mobile platforms (robot base, robot mast), articulated robot arms, grippers etc

20. Background or proficiency in mechatronic design or mechanical engineering

21. Familiarity with motion control systems and robotics programming languages such as ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar frameworks

22. Experience with sensor integration and calibration for robotics applications, including vision systems, LiDAR, and inertial measurement units (IMUs)

23. Knowledge of safety standards and regulations applicable to robotics systems, such as UL583 and ANSI B56

24. Experience in project management or leadership roles, including the experience in leading cross-functional teams and drive projects to successful completion

25. Experience with collaborative robot (cobot) systems and human-robot interaction (HRI) design considerations

Public Compensation:

$170,000/year to $240,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].