Promise Robotics

Automates construction via AI robotic systems

Robotics and Control Support Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCalgary, AB, CanadaIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or college degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Strong knowledge and experience in industrial robot programming, programmable logic controller and human-machine interface systems, control panels, automation, and electrical standards and best practices.
Experience working with sensors such as laser profilers, vision systems, and force sensors.
Willingness to work across software and hardware technical areas as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact.
Ability to push, pull, and move equipment or material weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
Ability to safely access and work beneath robotic cells, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed for troubleshooting, commissioning, and repairs.

Responsibilities

Ensure continuous production uptime by promptly diagnosing and resolving equipment issues to minimize downtime and sustain 12-hour operating shifts.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair robotic hardware, sensors, drivers, and software.
Contribute to the design, development, evaluation, and improvement of robotic manufacturing systems and processes by working closely with software developers and robotic engineers.
Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions that improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
Develop, refine, and execute equipment validation protocols, including calibration, unit testing, and verification procedures for incremental improvements.
Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers and robotic systems, including TwinCAT and KUKA platforms, supporting automation for wall- and floor-building processes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and professionalism.
Establish and maintain regular communication with the production team and robot cell operators.

Desired Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience with automation systems programming and control, including industrial robots.
Programming experience in Python, C, C++, or a similar language.
Experience working with Robot Operating System.
Programming experience in offline robot path-planning tools.
Experience integrating KUKA robots.
Experience with electrical system design implementation in compliance with electrical standards.
Familiarity with residential construction.

Promise Robotics is pioneering Physical AI for homebuilding — a rapidly growing, venture-backed company bringing together AI, robotics, and manufacturing to help the homebuilding industry meet the growing demand for housing. Our robotic systems, built and operatedinside AI-powered factories, give the industry the production capacity, consistency, and speed to build more high-quality homes than traditional methods allow. Our team spans AI researchers and roboticists to factory operators, technicians, and production teams — all building the future of homebuildingtogether.

As a Robotics and Controls Support Engineer, you’ll play a hands-on role supporting the installation, troubleshooting, and optimization of our advanced robotic and automation systems used in off-site construction. You’ll work closely with our controls engineers, field technicians, and production teams to ensure smooth operation of robotic cells, PLC systems, and motion controls equipment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex automation problems, working cross-functionally between robotics, electrical, and mechanical systems, and helping bridge the gap between engineering and production teams.

What You'll Do:

Ensure continuous production uptime by promptly diagnosing and resolving equipment issues to minimize downtime and sustain 12 hours operation shifts
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair robotic hardware, sensors, drivers and software
Contribute to design, development, evaluation and improvement of robotic manufacturing systems and processes by working closely with a diverse technical team of software developers and robotic engineers
Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions that improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Develop, refine, and execute equipment validation protocols, including calibration, unit testing, and incremental improvements verification procedures
Troubleshoot PLCs and robotic systems, including TwinCat and Kuka platforms, supporting automation for walls and floors building processes
Uphold and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and professionalism
Establish and maintain regular communication with production team and robot cell operators

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Bachelor/College degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science
Strong knowledge and experience in industrial robot programming, PLC/HMI, control panel, automation and electrical standards and best practices
Experience working with sensors such as laser profilers, vision systems, and force sensors
Willingness to participate in a variety of technical areas in both software and hardware as needed to solve complex problems and achieve business impact
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and organization skills
Must be able to push, pull and move equipment and/or material up to 50 pounds when circumstances require
Ability to safely access and work beneath robotic cells, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed for troubleshooting, commissioning, and repairs.
(Preferred) 3+ years' experience with automation systems programming and control, including industrial robots
(Preferred) Programming experience in Python, C, C++ or similar language
(Preferred) Experience working with Robot Operating System (ROS)
(Preferred) Programming experience in offline robot path planning tools
(Preferred) Experience in integrating KUKA robots
(Preferred) Experience with electrical system design implementation in compliance with electrical standards
(Preferred) Familiarity with residential construction

Benefits:

Competitive salary: we believe in data-driven, equitable compensation decisions. We recently completed a compensation review and implemented salary bands that enable us to pay mid to above-average Canadian salaries across various industries.

Stock options: everyone has a stake in our company.

Holistic benefits: we have a comprehensive benefits package that includes paramedical, dental, vision, and drug coverage for you and your dependents, as well as a health care spending account. These benefits start right from Day 1.

Flexible personal days and vacation policies: we care deeply about the well-being of our team.

Open, collaborative, and supportive culture: you will be part of an incredibly high-performing and collaborative team changing the future of an industry!

Relocation assistance package (if required)

Promise Robotics is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity.

About the Company

Promise Robotics

Automates construction via AI robotic systems

Promise Robotics builds compact industrial robots and a cloud-based software platform to automate construction tasks. The robots handle on-site and factory-floor operations, while the platform plans, schedules, and coordinates logistics across the production lifecycle. Clients pay for access as a service, using the systems to reduce costs, boost productivity, and pursue sustainable homebuilding. The company differentiates itself with a focused construction-automation offering, cloud lifecycle management, and leadership with deep building-industry experience, aiming to scale automated home production for developers and builders.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Series A
Total funding: $15.3M
Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
Founded: 2021

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