Senior Robotics and Control Engineer

promiserobotics· Software
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📍 Calgary, ABFull Time

About this role

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 operated inside  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 homebuilding together. 

We’re looking for a Senior Robotics and Control Engineer to join our team and contribute to developing cutting-edge solutions for our core robotic manufacturing technologies. This role is based at our facility in Calgary, AB.

You might be a fit if you:

    • Have a passion for leading industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact 

    • Desire to play a founding role and reap the benefits as part of a growth-stage startup with significant upside 

    • Enjoy building not only the technology but also high-performing teams and companies 

    • Are committed to continuous learning at the intersection of several industries 

What you'll do:

    • Leading 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 

    • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair robotic hardware, sensors, drivers and software  

    • Maintain and promote a safe and professional environment with a high level of safety awareness and compliance 

    • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the junior members of the team 

What you'll need to succeed:

  • Bachelor/College degree in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Master's degree preferred.  
  • 8+ years' experience in manufacturing environments with automation systems programming and control, including industrial robots and PLCs  
  • Strong knowledge and experience in industrial robot programming, PLC/HMI, control panel, automation and electrical standards and best practices with proven history of commissioning manufacturing equipment 
  • PLC and HMI programming experience (Beckhoff experience will be a plus) 
  • Experience in designing fieldbus network architectures (EtherCAT experience will be a plus) 
  • Experience in Safety Programming 
  • Experience with perception systems such as force torque sensors, range finders and vision systems  
  • 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.
  • May require work in hazardous environments requiring protective equipment. 
  • Ability to work at our Calgary facility and travel up to 25% to other facilities as needed 
  • (Preferred) Hands-on experience applying AI tools to automation and controls engineering such as code generation, troubleshooting, or optimizing control logic. 
  • (Preferred) Experience in integrating Kuka robots is a great asset 
  • (Preferred) Experience with electrical system design implementation in compliance with electrical standards 
  • (Preferred) Programming experience in Python, SQL or similar language 
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.

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This Senior Robotics and Control Engineer role at promiserobotics is based in Calgary, AB. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Robotics and Control Engineer role at promiserobotics full-time or part-time?
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This Senior Robotics and Control Engineer position at promiserobotics was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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