Robotic Process Engineer

Job description

**About Machina Labs** Engineering moves at software speed. Manufacturing doesn't. Yet. Machina Labs is changing that. We build intelligent, software-defined factories that produce complex metal structures directly from digital design. By integrating advanced metal forming, robotics, and automated production inside a flexible factory architecture, we enable customers to move from prototype to production in weeks, not years. Backed by Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and NVIDIA, we're building the manufacturing infrastructure that defense, aerospace, and advanced mobility programs will run on. If you want to work on hard problems that matter and see them fly, drive, and defend, this is the place. About Machina Labs **The Role** As a Robotic Process Engineer at Machina Labs, you will play a key role in enabling RoboForming, our robotic incremental sheet metal forming process, through CAD manipulation, robot tool path generation, and process optimization. You'll work with our RoboCraftsman system and internal software stack to convert digital part designs into robotic tool paths, analyze scan and forming data, rapidly iterate on forming strategies based on real-world feedback, and support iterative development of forming strategies. This role is hands-on and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on digital tooling, data-driven improvement, and integration with advanced robotic systems. ### What You'll Do - Generate and modify CAD models to ensure compatibility for RoboForming. - Use internal software stack to convert CAD into robot tool paths for execution on the RoboCraftsman. - Analyze RoboForming data and 3D scan results to assess part quality and identify areas for improvements. - Design and execute structured experiments (DOE) to optimize forming parameters and tool path strategies. - Collaborate with product managers, software engineers, and manufacturing engineers to improve workflows and tool path strategies. - Contribute to technical discussions with external customers as needed to support project goals and ensure alignment - Work autonomously and making informed decisions with limited data, then refining based on outcomes. - Document process, results, and analyses for continuous improvement for internal use. ### What We're Looking For - B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering, or related field. - Minimum 2 years of experience (or fewer with advanced degrees) in a manufacturing, robotics, or prototyping environment. - Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino). - Familiarity with CAM, tool path generation, or robot programming. - Strong data analysis skills (e.g. MATLAB, Python, advanced Excel or similar tools). - Comfort working in open-ended problem spaces, making rapid decisions and course corrections as needed. - Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard processes. - Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Demonstrated ability to interface with interdisciplinary teams and internal/external project stakeholders. - Effective written and verbal communication skills. - Strong mentality toward safety and occupational hazard prevention. ### Preferred Qualifications - Expertise in surface modeling using CAD. - Experience working with industrial robots (FANUC, KUKA, ABB, etc.). - Exposure to 3D scanning, inspection systems, or metrology tools. - Familiarity with Python scripting or automation tools. - Knowledge of CNC machining, additive manufacturing, or other digital manufacturing processes. - Experience working in a production or manufacturing facility. - Experience working in a highly regulated environment (e.g. aerospace, medical, nuclear).