SENIOR MOTION CONTROL ENGINEER (M/F/D)

At Synapticon we’re reshaping the world of motion control for robotics and machinery at the point of motion. The company introduces an entirely new approach to motion axes by integrating formerly discrete components, such as motors, drives, sensors and gearboxes into seamless units and digitising performance and quality factors that are so far dependent on costly mechanical manufacturing. Innovation leaders around the world choose to work with Synapticon to path their way into the future of intelligent, motion control-related systems. 

Be part of it, join Synapticon!

We’re looking for an experienced Motion Control Engineer to lead the design and development of our next generation motion algorithms. We need your creativity and passion to help design and simulate the most performant position and velocity control on the market. You will be contributing to many initial phases of product development, from identifying areas for improvement, researching the state of the art, building and maintaining performance simulations, and leading validation of your ideas.

Built on our history of physics-hacking algorithms, you will work closely with our development and customer applications teams to revolutionise the motion control industry and optimise the performance of our high density servo drive hardware.

You have a very strong theoretical and practical background in motion control engineering. This likely means you spent many years learning about control theory and building practical solutions to problems in the industrial world. You know very well how to simulate in a tool like Simulink, and you have a record of successfully designing control systems that reach demanded performance in the real world. You understand (through experience) the importance of simulation validation and limitations of common modelling methods. You think critically about what has become normal in the industry and have the bravery to honestly evaluate your own work. Quickly learning what you need from the internet or academic articles is your forte, as you have a strong desire to perfect your craft.

Our products are born from a fusion of multiple disciplines. That’s why we are especially interested in selecting a candidate that excels in clear and effective communication, both verbally and in writing. Excellently written specifications communicate your clever solutions to the rest of the world. Meetings you lead are informative, and everyone leaves with a common goal. You are excited to work on a team to build something bigger than you could do by yourself!

• Full time (40 hours/per week), permanent contract with 30 days paid vacation.
• Flexible working hours and work locations when life life gets in the way 
• An international team with lots of opportunities for career advancement
• Annual performance and salary negotiations to align your compensation with your professional success
• Highly competent colleagues who are experts in their field and happy to help you to learn and to grow
• Company pension plan
• Birthday vouchers
• Company support for gym memberships provided by Qualitrain
• Job bike to get to work healthy and fit
• Regular global team building events such as boot camps, skiing and a BBQ every Friday in summer. Spouses and children are welcome to join the BBQ on Fridays
• Modern office facilities with lounge and football table 
• The beautiful countryside around the office at our location in Schönaich with nice transport connections
• Drinks and coffee (free of charge, of course)
• Daily snacks and fruits for all employees and breakfast every Monday
• Shared apartment (WG) upon to availability
• Visa sponsorship, if required

Interested? We look forward to receiving your application.