Brighture09.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Industrial Automation Systems Engineer - Remote Opportunity

$80K–$100K/year

About the Role

Brighture is seeking an Industrial Automation Systems Engineer to join our team remotely. This role focuses on building real-world industrial automation systems, including automated packaging line equipment and next-generation AMR/AGV solutions for manufacturing and logistics environments in the U.S. As an Industrial Automation Systems Engineer, you will work at the deployment and execution stage, ensuring existing systems are stable, reliable, and deliverable in real customer environments.

What You'll Do

  • Own application-level system behavior of AMR/AGV deployments.
  • Work with existing navigation systems (ROS2 / Nav2 or commercial stacks) including parameter tuning and stability handling.
  • Design, implement, or improve task dispatching and scheduling logic for single- and multi-AGV systems.
  • Own central control logic, including task lifecycle management and error handling strategies.
  • Debug failures across navigation, scheduling, control, hardware, and networking boundaries.
  • Build observability through structured logs, metrics, alerts, and diagnostics for long-running systems.
  • Collaborate closely with PLC/controls engineers, hardware teams, and operations.

Requirements

  • Experience with real robots or automation systems deployed outside the lab.
  • Strong system-level thinking across navigation, scheduling, and control.
  • Comfort working with imperfect hardware, noisy sensors, and real-world constraints.
  • Ability to take ownership and work independently in a small, fast-moving team.

Nice to Have

  • Industrial automation or PLC experience.
  • Multi-robot or fleet-level systems experience.
  • Experience owning system behavior rather than isolated modules.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation based on experience.
  • Visa sponsorship can be discussed for strong candidates.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
  • Hybrid work model with flexibility.
  • Engaging projects that make a real impact in the automation industry.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on real-world industrial automation systems with a focus on stability and reliability. Brighture provides a supportive hybrid work environment and competitive compensation.

Salary Range
Required
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Optional
0/1
Bonus
0/1

Who Will Succeed Here

Strong proficiency in ROS2 and Nav2 frameworks, with hands-on experience in deploying robotic systems for industrial applications, showcasing an ability to troubleshoot and optimize automated systems.

Self-motivated and adaptable, with a proven capability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work and in-office collaboration with a focus on delivering results in fast-paced projects.

Analytical mindset with experience in debugging complex automation systems, demonstrating a methodical approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn from real-world system failures.

Learning Resources

ROS2 Documentationguide

Career Path

Industrial Automation Systems Engineer(Now)Automation Systems Developer(1-2 years)Lead Automation Engineer(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$1.5B
Annual Growth
25.4%
AI Adoption
37%
Investment
+150%
Labour Demand
+40%
Avg Salary
$75K

Skills & Requirements

Required
ROS2Nav2Task Scheduling
Growing in Demand
Machine Learning for RoboticsSimulation Tools (Gazebo, Webots)Safety Standards Compliance (ISO 10218)
Declining
ROS1Proprietary Automation Solutions

Domain Trends

Increased Adoption of Open Source Robotics
The shift towards open-source platforms like ROS2 is growing, with a 60% increase in adoption among new robotics projects in 2024.
Integration of AI in Automation Systems
AI-driven automation is expected to enhance operational efficiency by 30% in industrial settings, leading to a strong demand for engineers skilled in AI integration.
Focus on Safety and Compliance
With rising safety regulations, 45% of companies are investing in compliance training for automation engineers, making safety skills increasingly valuable.

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