B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®. Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit <a href="http://www.bbraunusa.com">www.bbraunusa.com</a>At True Digital Surgery (TDS), our mission is to continuously innovate and develop disruptive technologies in 3D digital microscopy, surgical navigation, artificial intelligence and robotics. Our products are designed to provide surgeons with a real-time digital toolset that fuses preoperative and intraoperative data in order to streamline surgical workflow and improve patient outcome. We are looking for talented engineers to help define and drive our robotics roadmap to maintain our technological advantage in the field of digital surgical microscopy. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES <ul style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:12.0pt"> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead the system-level integration of a 7-DOF robotic arm into a surgical imaging platform.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Define robot kinematics, coordinate frames, calibration strategies, and motion constraints.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Own robot–camera–patient geometry and precision alignment requirements.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Design interfaces between robot control, vision systems, and higher-level application software.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Develop and review motion control strategies (position, velocity, admittance as appropriate).</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Integrate real-time control software with perception, UI, and safety layers.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Work with ROS / ROS2 or equivalent robotics middleware where appropriate.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure deterministic behavior, fault handling, and graceful degradation.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Design robotics systems with medical-grade safety in mind (risk analysis, interlocks, limits, redundancy).</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Partner with quality and regulatory teams to support IEC 60601, ISO 14971, and related standards.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Contribute to hazard analyses, FMEAs, and verification/validation planning.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Serve as the technical authority for robotics within TDS.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, software, clinical, and product teams.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Mentor other engineers and raise the overall robotics maturity of the organization.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Influence build-vs-buy decisions for robotics components and subsystems.</li> </ul> SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Control Systems, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering from four-year college or university; may have M.S., or Ph.D.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:12.0pt"> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">14+ years of experience in robotics engineering, with direct ownership of complex robotic systems in HRI applications.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Hands-on experience integrating multi-DOF robotic arms (6+ DOF), ideally in constrained or human-adjacent environments.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong foundation in: <ul style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:12.0pt"> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Robot kinematics and dynamics</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Coordinate transformations and calibration</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Control systems</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Real-time software</li> </ul> </li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proficiency in C++ and Python for robotics applications.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience bringing robotics systems from prototype to productized hardware.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience in medical devices, surgical robotics, or safety-critical systems.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 and real-time Linux.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience integrating robotics with computer vision or imaging systems.</li> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 12.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Track record of technical leadership in small-to-mid-sized teams</li> </ul> COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Complexity - Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups. Knowledge - Having broad expertise or unique knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and Principals and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways. Barriers to entry such as technical committee review exist at this level. Teamwork- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goal and objectives; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments to other team members Supervision - Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Leadership - Leads projects and/or small teams. Participates in and supports initiatives outside of main area of responsibility. Language Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color, stereoscopic and close vision. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to computer systems and electrical devices. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate. B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at <a href="http://www.bbraunusa.com">www.bbraunusa.com</a>. Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services. We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/poster">click here</a>.

Staff Robotics Engineer (Goleta, CA, US, 93117) @ B. Braun Melsungen AG

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