Mechatronics Engineer

Location:

Richmond, CA, US, 94806

Business Unit: Zygo

Posting Date: Jul 7, 2026

Job Description:

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to join our Extreme Precision Optics team in Richmond, CA.

As a Mechatronics Engineer, you will design, integrate, and optimize advanced manufacturing and metrology systems, combining mechanical, electrical, controls, and software disciplines to deliver high-performance automation solutions. This position is onsite.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

System Design & Integration - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to review and develop equipment requirements; design, architect, and integrate automated manufacturing and metrology systems.

Equipment Development & Improvement - Learn, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve existing manufacturing equipment and processes.

Technical Execution - Interpret electrical schematics and specifications; integrate hardware systems including embedded controls and PLCs; support multi-axis motion control systems.

Project Planning & Delivery - Develop equipment development plans including cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with software engineering, operations, and production teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Training & Knowledge Sharing - Provide technical training and guidance to engineering and production staff.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineer (Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Computer Science with controls focus).

Minimum of 3 years of practical experience designing and integrating precision manufacturing equipment.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure adherence to standards.

Collaborative, team player who can provide training and knowledge sharing across teams, to partner with software engineering

Results-driven problem-solver who can manage priorities in a fast-paced environment; balancing technical knowledge with business objectives.

Proactive communicator who is detail oriented, collaborative and organized.

Quality and improvement focused, continuously seeking efficiency enhancements to processes.

Background in the manufacturing of precision optics, or complex optical assemblies is preferred.

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

Due to the nature of Zygo Navitar's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 110,000

Salary Maximum: 130,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.