Systems Engineer – Manufacturing Futures Institute

Carnegie Mellon University’s global leadership in the research and development of advanced robotics and automation, artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing and materials science is rapidly transforming manufacturing and catalyzing economic development in Pittsburgh and beyond. This leadership, coupled with Carnegie Mellon’s unparalleled ability to work problems at disciplinary boundaries, is enabling us to envision and accelerate the world into the physical and artificial future unlike any other.

Our flagship advanced manufacturing program at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), the Manufacturing Futures Institute (MFI), combines cyber information technologies, manufacturing technologies and social sciences to create a highly collaborative advanced manufacturing research ecosystem that drives the digital transformation of manufacturing, accelerates the translation of associated research discoveries toward commercialization, and advances the methodologies and technologies to enhance the workforce. 

MFI at CMU is seeking a highly motivated individual to support the growth of its advanced manufacturing research and education programs at our new 58,000 sq. ft. advanced manufacturing facility, Mill 19 at Hazelwood Green.  The partnership of CMU and the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute at Mill19 enables the combined team to engage in efforts that span from basic and applied research to development projects that de-risk technology solutions for direct transition to industry.

The successful candidate will work alongside faculty, students and staff in a dynamic environment to support the needs of the advanced manufacturing research projects at Mill 19.  The role will interface with MFI partners within Mill 19 (the ARM Institute and Catalyst Connection) plus industry and government partners.

Responsibilities will include:

• Develop, implement, and integrate robotic systems to support research in areas of manipulation, path planning, human intention prediction, etc.

• Develop, implement, and operate an assembly/dis-assembly digital twin testbed at Mill 19. 

• Develop, implement, and operate additional testbed opportunities

• Oversee the implementation and use of a digital backbone for the facility

• Interaction with students (including training and guiding)

• Interaction with partners involved in the digital twin testbed, including representation of the technical aspects of the testbeds with potential partners

• Interaction with small and medium sized companies wanting to improve robotics capability (supporting regional BBB program objectives)

• Maintain a code base for the Manufacturing Futures Institute consisting of application specific code developed by project teams

This position with MFI is an outstanding opportunity for someone who thrives in an intellectually stimulating and growth-oriented work environment that demands the utmost collaborative spirit and willingness to ensure success of the mission.

You should demonstrate:

• Strong operating system administration experience

• Problem-solving and reasoning skills

• Technical skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills

• Excellent time management skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science (Master’s degree preferred)

• C++, Python experience

• Capacity to successfully manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

• Or a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

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Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Software/Applications Development/Engineering

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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