industrial-automation jobs in San Diego

Principal Software Engineer leading architecture and development of fleet management, robotics data management, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) in C++ and Python. You will design software for station monitoring, configuration management, telemetry, logging, and specs/results tracking while setting technical direction for how the automation stack integrates with higher-level management systems.…See more The role requires mentoring engineers, driving architectural decisions on system interfaces and data flow, and maintaining rigorous code quality and engineering practices across a cross-functional team.

Senior Principal Software Engineer leading the Robotic Automation team at Monarch Quantum, responsible for architecting and maintaining complex distributed software systems that manage robotic hardware and manufacturing execution. Requires 10+ years of software engineering experience with 8+ years of professional C++ development and strong Python expertise, including experience designing fleet management, data management, or manufacturing systems.…See more The role combines hands-on coding and code/design review leadership with strategic planning, mentorship, and technical risk mitigation across C++ and Python codebases. Requires U.S. person status due to export-controlled information access.

Senior Automation Engineer responsible for investigating equipment and process performance, optimizing designs and fixture systems, and managing capital planning for automation investments. Will lead end-to-end automation projects from requirements through FAT/SAT/deployment, specify and qualify manufacturing equipment, and drive the transfer of processes from R&D to production at scale.…See more Requires 8–12 years' experience in automated manufacturing systems, design of experiments, statistical analysis, and regulatory compliance (FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485), with hands-on expertise in PLC/HMI, robotics, machine vision, and equipment integration.

This role involves programming and optimizing FANUC and ABB industrial robots for custom automation systems. You'll perform programming support on new turnkey robotic solutions, troubleshoot machine controls, and provide field support including installation, startup, and debugging.…See more The position requires a minimum of two years of industrial robot programming experience, solid understanding of electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic circuits, and ability to interpret technical schematics. You'll work on multiple projects simultaneously and travel up to 20% for customer support and system commissioning.