Mechatronics Engineering Intern
Bright Machines
Mechatronics Engineering Intern
Bright Machines
Software-defined microfactories automate precision assembly
As a Mechatronics Engineering Intern at Bright Machines, you will be a critical hands-on contributor to the creation of Bright Machines robotics systems.
As a member of our team, you will help validate and improve novel solutions to unsolved problems in industrial automation. You will function as a T-shaped engineer, with a focus in robotics software, electrical, or mechanical design. If you’re ready to apply exceptional engineering practices and help build automation that will define the next generation in manufacturing, this is your opportunity to “Be Bright.”
Working with other team members to investigate new designs, prototype new systems, and evaluate technical feasibility in the Robotics Lab.
Designing, executing, and documenting test plans to validate and improve state-of-the-art software and hardware.
Pursuing a BS/MS in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial Engineering (or demonstrated equivalency or pursuing related degrees)
Strong communication skills and attention to process detail.
Experience in interpreting data, analyzing results, and communicating through visualizations.
Experience with programming and applied math. (for example: Python, Matlab, C++, Structured Text)
Examples of personal or professional projects showing your problem-solving approach.
Basic experience in motion planning and controls.
Experience programming robots.
Design team experience. (for example: Formula SAE, robotics clubs, etc.)
Mechanical design/build experience for fixtures.
Experience with metrology, kinematics, and precision mechanisms.
Software-defined microfactories automate precision assembly
Bright Machines provides intelligent automation for the manufacturing industry, focusing on electronic assembly. Its Microfactory is a software-defined production line that combines hardware and cloud-based software to automate high-precision, repetitive tasks, allowing plants to scale output, cut labor costs, and adapt quickly to demand changes. It differentiates itself by tightly integrating software with hardware in a single system, emphasizing software-defined control to improve scalability, flexibility, and total cost of ownership across electronics, automotive, and medical devices. The company's goal is to help manufacturers become more efficient, reduce costs, and stay agile in a changing global market.
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