Saronic
Autonomy Integration Build Engineer
About this role
Saronic Technologies seeks an Autonomy Integration Build Engineer to oversee the integration of control systems, sensors, and robotics for autonomous surface vessels. You'll bridge hardware installation with software systems, working hands-on at the shipyard while coordinating remotely with engineering teams in Austin on defense innovation projects.
What you'll do
- Design, analyze, and integrate autonomous systems including control computers, sensors, mast systems, and actuators
- Oversee installation and bring-up of control hardware, wiring, network connections, and sensor calibration
- Act as liaison between engineering, production, and drafting teams to resolve technical challenges during construction
- Lead root cause analysis for non-conformances and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) with full traceability
- Coordinate installation of mast systems (radar, lidar, cameras, antennas) and manage actuator programming and testing
- Support documentation including CAD modeling, technical drawings, test procedures, and as-built records
What they're looking for
- Control systems and embedded systems architecture
- CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Rhino)
- Sensor integration and calibration (radar, lidar, cameras, IMU, GPS)
- Electrical testing equipment and network diagnostics (Ethernet, CAN, Modbus)
- Actuator systems (electric, hydraulic, pneumatic) and PLC programming
- Maritime standards (ABS, USCG regulations) and systems integration testing
- Firmware/software troubleshooting and configuration management
- Cross-functional communication and problem-solving in shipyard environments
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Saronic
Saronic builds autonomous maritime systems and vessels equipped with advanced imaging, software, and electro-mechanical components. The company is hiring quality engineers, software engineers, graphics programmers, optomechanical engineers, and manufacturing engineers to develop and manufacture reliable autonomous maritime operations.
View all jobs at SaronicLikely interview questions
- Describe your experience integrating sensors and actuators into complex systems—what challenges did you face and how did you troubleshoot them?
- Walk us through your hands-on experience with control system hardware installation and commissioning in a maritime or defense environment.