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Robotics Control Engineer

Framatome

Lynchburg, VAFull-time$97–131K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$97–131K/yr
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Robotics Control Engineer performs complex engineering assignments involving design, development, analysis, testing, field tasks, and resolution of field and quality issues. The role independently reviews engineering work products and risk analyses, develops or adapts products and methods, and proposes solutions while working autonomously. It requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or certain related degrees, at least five years of related experience, and advanced control-system and hardware troubleshooting expertise.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Engineering StandardsCommunicationInterpersonal RelationshipsTeam CollaborationProblem IdentificationProblem ResolutionLeadershipSelf-CheckingFPGA/VHDLProgrammingControl System DesignAnalog ControlsDigital ControlsHardware TroubleshootingMotion Control

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Related5+ Years Related Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

  • Performs a variety of more complex non-standard engineering and new-to-you assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems, and resolution of quality events.

  • Performs independent review of department work products, risk assessments, Apparent Cause Analyses, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis etc.

  • Proposes solutions and work scope to Supervisor, works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.

  • Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.

  • Independently evaluates, selects and applies a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making more complex adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.

  • Develops new or adapted products, methods, systems or models to provide added value solutions to customers.

  • Understands impact of work on other organizations internally and externally.

  • Works on special projects, as directed.

  • Provides suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.

  • Actively participates in technical communications with internal customers.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

  • Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted.

  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience.

  • Advanced knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.

  • Good communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.

  • Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.

  • Advanced problem identification and problem resolution skills.

  • Displays leadership characteristics.

  • Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.

  • Advanced level of specific software tools (FPGA/VHDL ) and programming skills.

  • Experience in control system design, including both analog and digital controls.

  • Experienced in troubleshooting hardware issues from system level to board level to component level.

  • Motion control experience.

Total Rewards Package

Total Rewards Package

  • Salary: $97,000 - $131,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

  • Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).

  • Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.

  • Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.

  • Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

  • Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.

  • Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.

  • Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (seeDOE 810 Appendix A (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) ).

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Location US-VA-Lynchburg

ID 2026-3520

Category Design and Engineering

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Salary Range USD $97,000.00 - USD $131,000.00 /Yr.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,231 open Robotics Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 8, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$97–131K/yr
  • US median$144–220K/yr860 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $114K, is 39% below the US median midpoint ($186K) — in the lowest quarter of Robotics Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 23 open Robotics Engineer jobs in Virginia and 1,231 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Robotics Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (844 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 469 of the 1,231 open Robotics Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 8, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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