Careers

Why Persimmon Technologies

Could you get excited about the developing, manufacturing and supporting robotics that enable the world’ s leading technologies such as autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence, next generation cell phone and computers. If so, you will want to be a part of our team. We are the people that collaborate with the semiconductor manufactures to continually innovate robot technology to support these advanced technologies.

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We invest to attract and retain top-tier talent by offering an attractive career path, professional growth opportunities and a healthy work life balance.  Our benefits package rivals the best- we pay a substantial portion of the health and dental premiums. 

We hire the most capable people and provide an environment for them to leverage their unique talent and fulfill their professional goals.

Why Persimmon?

– Company Growth
– Opportunities/Career Path
– Stability (Parent is Global Conglomerate)
– Operate Independently
– Leading Edge Technology
– Company Culture

What’s in it for me? 

Robotics
Innovation

Become a part of the future of robotics innovation

Brightest
Minds

Collaborate with the brightest minds in semiconductor industry

Flexible
Workplace

Ability to work in a flexible hybrid environment depending on the position

Career
Path

Visible and obtainable career path

Exciting
Opportunities

Fast growth, fast-paced environment

Professional
Culture

A professional culture of cooperation and an outstanding work environment

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Bob Beausoleil, Technical Support Specialist

“Everybody on the team plays an equal role. Staying at the forefront of technology has been the key to our success.”


Mark Hanna, Vice President, Sales

“Persimmon is always finding new ways to open doors in making our customers successful which gives me a sense of purpose and pride. Persimmon’s environment fosters teamwork and close collaboration between the various disciplines and team members in the company to come up with advanced solutions.”


David Merriman, Director of Electrical Engineering

“The top reason I have worked at Persimmon for almost 10 years now is because of the easy communication and cooperation between departments. We are always available and willing to help each other out when someone needs help."


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Summary:

The Senior Electrical Engineer will contribute to the design and development of control solutions for Persimmon’s robots and other electromechanical systems. Persons filling this position will: Design system architectures based on requirements; Leverage analyses and simulations to design circuits, design PCBs (schematic and layout), and perform testing, troubleshooting, and integration of PCBs into robots and other electromechanical systems.

Reports to:

Director of Electrical Engineering

Direct Reports:

None

Responsibilities and Deliverables:

  • Own complete circuit development process for cutting edge applications in robotics: Specifications, analysis, simulation, design (Schematic & Layout), programming, prototyping (vendor management), testing, and documentation.
  • Typical circuit designs involve: three phase motor control, encoder interfaces, microcontrollers, CPLD, ADC/signal conditioning, power management, low power analog and digital, Ethernet, EtherCAT, high frequency power supplies and thermal management.
  • Algorithm development, programming of microprocessors and CPLDs.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers on electrical/thermal/packaging design, integration and testing.
  • Design and development of PCBs for robots and other electromechanical systems.
  • Bring up, test, diagnose prototype PCBs, rework of PCBs as needed.
  • Integrate, test, troubleshoot electrical components into robots and other electromechanical systems.
  • Collaborate with external suppliers for PCB layout, fabrication, assembly and testing.
  • Occasionally may require overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines.
  • Occasional travel required, domestic and international.
  • Position is full time in-person in Wakefield, MA.

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Expert level proficiency in OrCAD, PADS or similar design tools.
  • Extensive experience in circuit analysis, simulations, and troubleshooting.
  • Expert in circuit design (schematic and layouts).
  • Experience in managing and analyzing thermal performance of power components.
  • Theoretical understanding of cables and connectors and thermal rating thereof.
  • Theoretical background and experience in electrical and electronic system design.
  • Proficiency in test equipment; oscilloscopes, power supplies, DAQs, digital loads, power meters.
  • Experience in digital and analog circuit design, Ethernet/EtherCAT, power electronics design and motion control for electromechanical systems.
  • Experience with 3-phase motor controller design, Matlab, EtherCAT, BiSS-C, boost circuits, SBCs, thermal management, resonant circuits, TI c2000 family, SEMI S9; F47 and
  • KCs, are a valued plus.
  • Lab skills, including rework and SMT PCB solder skills.

Education Required:

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, industry experience.

About Persimmon Technologies
Persimmon Technologies is a worldwide leader in robotics and electric motor technology. Persimmon provides vacuum robotics for the semiconductor, LED and flat panel display equipment markets world-wide. Persimmon has also developed a next generation electric motor technology using additive manufacturing techniques. Persimmon is wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a multi-billion dollar international conglomerate. Persimmon is headquartered just outside of Boston in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information on Persimmon technology, please visit www.persimmontech.com.

Please send resumes to [email protected]

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Summary:

Responsibilities:

Work under supervision of Manager of R&D to develop advanced control systems for robotic manipulators and similar electromechanical systems, including motion control and servo tuning, development of dynamic models, modeling and simulations in Matlab, and implementation of software on real-time platforms. The responsibilities also include controls-related machine design analysis and selection of actuators, sensors and other controls-related components. Limited travel within and outside the US.

Reports to:

Manager, Research and Development

Direct Reports:

None.

Essential Skills

  • Skilled in general mathematical modeling and analysis.
  • Familiarity with system dynamics and control systems theory.
  • Thermal modeling and analysis.
  • Hands on experience with control systems and tuning.
  • Proficiency in using MATLAB for data analysis and data control simulation
  • Experience in C and C++ programming for Linux and for embedded systems.
  • Some experience in electronic circuit design, prototyping, and troubleshooting.

 Additional Desirable Skills

  • Theoretical background and experience in electrical and electronic system design.
  • Experience in digital and analog circuit design, embedded systems, interfacing with microcontrollers, power electronics design, and motion control.
  • Familiarity with optical design and opto-electronic components, such as laser diodes, photodiodes, transceiver circuits.
  • Proficiency in OrCAD, PADS or similar design tools.
  • Lab skills, including soldering of components, rework of PCBAs.

Minimum Education Requirement:

M.S./Ph.D. degree in Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautic or similar engineering field.

About Persimmon Technologies

Persimmon Technologies is a worldwide leader in robotics and electric motor technology.  Persimmon provides vacuum robotics for the semiconductor, LED and flat panel display equipment markets worldwide. Persimmon has also developed a next generation electric motor technology using additive manufacturing techniques. Persimmon is wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 Billion intergraded conglomerate.  Persimmon is headquartered just outside of Boston in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information on Persimmon technology, please visit www.persimmontech.com.

Please send resumes to [email protected]

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Summary:

 

About Persimmon Technologies

Persimmon Technologies is a global leader in robotics and electric motor technology. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vacuum environment robots that are integral to the production of advanced semiconductor chips used in data centers, cellular phones, computers, and other critical applications driving the AI revolution. Our cutting-edge robotics solutions are used by the semiconductor industry’s largest integrated device manufacturers and foundry companies worldwide, including industry giants like Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and AMD. These solutions are integral to the production processes of their customers, such as Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla.  Persimmon is a key player in the global supply chain for advanced semiconductors, as well as in LED and flat panel display equipment manufacturing.

In addition to our semiconductor robotics, Persimmon has pioneered next-generation electric motor technology, utilizing additive manufacturing techniques to develop motors for electric vehicles (EVs) and high-performance applications.

Persimmon Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 billion global conglomerate. We are a rapidly growing technology company headquartered in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information about Persimmon Technologies, please visit www.persimmontech.com

Summary:  The Senior Buyer – Supply Chain Analyst will conduct data analysis on Persimmon robot materials, including cost analyses, cost containment opportunities, PPV calculations, part type categorization, allocation of parts to suppliers, supplier quality data, raw material pricing, transportation costs and more.  They will also be responsible for conducting cost containment and cost reduction analysis and supporting facts.  This position is responsible for working collaboratively with the Company’s suppliers and will assist in managing suppliers.

This position is data-intensive and therefore requires a high level of data analysis skills, including expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel.  Successful candidates for this position will interact with the Supply Chain team, Persimmon’s suppliers and senior management.

Reports to:  Vice President, Supply Chain Development and Procurement

Direct Reports:  None – this is an individual contributor position with high visibility and critical path deliverables.

Responsibilities and Deliverables:

·Analyze current material in Persimmon products, including part categories, part commonality and cost structure

·Identify cost containment strategy, work with suppliers and Supply Chain team to identify and implement cost reductions

·Track cost of all products over time, showing cost improvement

·Present cost targets and progress to senior management

·Develop supplier relationships in areas with significant cost down opportunities

·Contribute as a Senior Buyer for contract negotiation, supplier management and production interface

Skills and Experience Required:

·Proven or demonstrable negotiation skills

·Outstanding communication and data analysis skills

·Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel

·Able to work within a schedule driven environment.  Timing and a sense of urgency are critical parts of this role.

·Experience working with shifting priorities and moving deadlines

·Experience in one or more commodity types used on Persimmon products: fabricated and machined parts, electronic components and printed circuit boards or OEM components such as motors, bearings or encoders

Other Requirements:

·Required approx. 30% travel to supplier locations which include local, domestic and international location

·Work is sedentary in nature, but may require standing, walking, grasping, and lifting/moving up to 25 pounds

Education Required:

·Bachelor’s Degree required with at least 5-8 years’ experience in a Purchasing, Planning and Manufacturing environment, with focus on data analysis.

Why Persimmon Technologies?

At Persimmon Technologies, we prioritize our employees’ well-being and growth. We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision), generous paid time off, 100% company paid short-term, long-term disability insurance, 100% company paid Basic life and AD&D insurance and a 401(k) plan with 5% company matching. Our commitment to professional development ensures continuous learning and career advancement. Join us and experience a workplace that supports your success and well-being!

Please send resumes to [email protected]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Persimmon Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reach out to HR if requires assistance in completing the applications or attending interviews.

 

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About Persimmon Technologies:
Persimmon Technologies is a global leader in robotics and electric motor technology. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vacuum environment robots that are integral to the production of advanced semiconductor chips used in data centers, cellular phones, computers, and other critical applications driving the AI revolution. Our cutting-edge robotics solutions are used by the semiconductor industry’s largest integrated device manufacturers and foundry companies worldwide, including industry giants like Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and AMD. These solutions are integral to the production processes of their customers, such as Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla. Persimmon is a key player in the global supply chain for advanced semiconductors, as well as in LED and flat panel display equipment manufacturing.

In addition to our semiconductor robotics, Persimmon has pioneered next-generation electric motor technology, utilizing additive manufacturing techniques to develop motors for electric vehicles (EVs) and high-performance applications.

Persimmon Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 billion global conglomerate. We are a rapidly growing technology company headquartered in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information about Persimmon Technologies, please visit www.persimmontech.com

Summary: The Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in developing the next generation of electric motors and products that will contribute to the shared success of Persimmon and our customers.

Reports to: Manager of Mechanical Engineering

Direct Reports: None

Responsibilities and Deliverables: This position has the primary responsibility to design & develop electric motor components and other electromechanical systems, including test & reliability modules, design analysis, mechanical models, prototype construction

Skills Required:
• Mechanical design of machine elements and mechanisms
• Analysis of mechanical machine elements for stress, deflection; and related analysis
• Ability to create mechanical part models, assemblies, drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Ability to document and present designs and analysis results for review to a technical audience.

Experience Required:
• 1-5 years’ experience in mechanical engineering role, utilizing the skills listed above
• Ideal candidate will have experience engineering in the Semiconductor industry
• Engineering products that are used in an ultra-high vacuum (UHV) environment
• Hands on experience building and testing prototype mechanical assemblies
• Hands on experience troubleshooting to find and resolve root causes of problems in mechanical systems

Other Requirements:
• Requires less than 5% travel to domestic and international locations
• Work is sedentary in nature, but may require standing, walking, grasping, and lifting/moving up to 25 pounds and require working with light machinery

Education Required:
• BS in Mechanical engineering or Mechanical engineering technology

Why Persimmon Technologies?
At Persimmon Technologies, we prioritize our employees’ well-being and growth. We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision), generous paid time off, 100% company paid short-term, long-term disability insurance, 100% company paid Basic life and AD&D insurance and a 401(k) plan with 5% company matching. Our commitment to professional development ensures continuous learning and career advancement. Join us and experience a workplace that supports your success and well-being.

Please send resumes to [email protected]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Persimmon Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reach out to HR if you require assistance in completing the applications or attending interviews.

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Summary:

About Persimmon Technologies:
Persimmon Technologies is a global leader in robotics and electric motor technology. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vacuum environment robots that are integral to the production of advanced semiconductor chips used in data centers, cellular phones, computers, and other critical applications driving the AI revolution. Our cutting-edge robotics solutions are used by the semiconductor industry’s largest integrated device manufacturers and foundry companies worldwide, including industry giants like Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and AMD. These solutions are integral to the production processes of their customers, such as Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla. Persimmon is a key player in the global supply chain for advanced semiconductors, as well as in LED and flat panel display equipment manufacturing.

In addition to our semiconductor robotics, Persimmon has pioneered next-generation electric motor technology, utilizing additive manufacturing techniques to develop motors for electric vehicles (EVs) and high-performance applications.

Persimmon Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), a $7 billion global conglomerate. We are a rapidly growing technology company headquartered in Wakefield, Massachusetts. For more information about Persimmon Technologies, please visit www.persimmontech.com

Summary: This position has the primary responsible for developing, optimizing, and improving processes to ensure product quality. This involves taking the leadership in reduction of out-of-box quality issues, determining KPIs, gathering and analyzing data, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing improvement plans.

Reports to: Director of Quality

Direct Reports: None – This is an individual contributor position with high visibility and critical path deliverables

Responsibilities and Deliverables:
• Lead cross-functional out-of-box quality reduction team with regular meetings and reports to management; this may entail root cause investigations, ensuring corrective actions are completed within and outside the group, and verification of effectiveness
• Work closely with production and other quality team members, including in-process inspectors to troubleshoot and resolve process issues
• Lead, or participate in, MRB meetings
• Identify opportunities for improvements in quality and manufacturing processes, and provide leadership in improving the processes in a cross-functional setting
• Monitor field failures and first pass yield; deploy problem solving tools such as 8D to reduce failure rates and increase yield
• Establish and develop quality processes to continually improve product quality; determine and improve KPIs
• Establish mindset of “zero defect” within the company
• Any other tasks and projects assigned by the supervisor and based on company needs

Skills Required:
• Competence in various Quality Tools, especially 8-D, 5-why, fishbone, and Kepner-Tregoe
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of LEAN principles and 5S
• Knowledge of six sigma principles; either green or black belt certification is desirable
• Understanding of Mechanical (GD&T) & Electrical drawings
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite of Products, especially Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of statistical process control and SPC tools
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects and issues with minimal management intervention
• Being able to adjust priorities with short notice in a fast-paced environment

Experience Required:
• 5+ years of experience in an Engineering position, with preferably 2+ years in Quality
• Having worked under ISO 9001 or similar Quality Management System environment
• Proven leadership experience coordinating cross-functional teams within company
• Semiconductor industry experience is a plus
• Familiarity with FactoryLogix or VisualFactory, JobBoss, or other MES system is a plus

Other Requirements:
• Ability to work inside cleanroom and follow all cleanroom protocols, lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and walk up and down stairs multiple times per day
• Position requires on-site presence at Company facility during the majority of scheduled work hours

Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred; alternatively, other engineering disciplines, physics, or related sciences with experience in similar or relevant products)

Why Persimmon Technologies?
At Persimmon Technologies, we prioritize our employees’ well-being and growth. We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision), generous paid time off, 100% company paid short-term, long-term disability insurance, 100% company paid Basic life and AD&D insurance and a 401(k) plan with 5% company matching. Our commitment to professional development ensures continuous learning and career advancement. Join us and experience a workplace that supports your success and well-being.

Please send resumes to [email protected]

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Persimmon Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reach out to HR if you require assistance in completing the applications or attending interviews.

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