Principal Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.

8+ years of professional experience in software development with a focus on modeling, simulation, or complex systems.

Strong development expertise in

Python and/or C++.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Architect and deliver

  large-scale simulation and software systems

• Operate autonomously and drive projects from concept to production
• Define and communicate

  technical strategy, tradeoffs, and priorities

• Navigate and contribute to

  large, complex codebases

• Apply an MVP mindset while scaling solutions from prototype to production

Proficient in:

• Simulation software development and system modeling frameworks

• Emulate3D or Sim3D (Rockwell Automation)

  (required)
• Nividia Omniverse
• System design and software architecture
• Asynchronous / concurrent programming
• Git, Jira, and modern development workflows
• Linux / Ubuntu environments
• Code reviews, testing methodologies, and CI/CD practices
• Software design patterns (modular, scalable, fault-tolerant systems)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in robotics, automation, or material handling systems.

Strong experience in one or more of the following:

• Distributed systems and high-performance simulation environments
• Robotics simulation, digital twins, and virtual commissioning
• MBSE tools and methodologies
• API and SDK development for simulation platforms
• RESTful and/or gRPC services

Experience with:

• Data analysis and performance profiling (Python, pandas, logging frameworks)
• Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
• Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing

About The Job

Berkshire Grey is a leader in AI-powered robotics, delivering intelligent automation solutions for e-commerce, retail, and logistics. Our systems transform pick, pack, and sort operations through advanced robotics and software.

In the role of

Principal Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will lead the development of high-fidelity simulation platforms and digital twins that drive system design, validation, and deployment. This role blends advanced software engineering with modeling and simulation, enabling rapid development, testing, and optimization of complex robotic systems.

You will define and build the simulations that support system-level decision making, accelerate product development, and ensure robust performance in real-world environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop

  scalable simulation software systems

  for robotic and automation solutions.
• Lead the development and integration of

  sim environments

  using tools such as

  Emulate3D / Sim3D

  .
• Design and implement

  simulation frameworks, APIs, and services

  that integrate with production robotic software systems.
• Apply

  MBSE principles

  to define system behavior, interfaces, and performance characteristics within simulation environments.
• Build high-performance, reliable software for

  system-level modeling, validation, and optimization

  .
• Collaborate closely with

  robotics, perception, controls, and applications teams

  to ensure alignment between simulation and real-world system behavior.
• Develop tools and infrastructure for

  testing, debugging, and validating robotic systems in simulation

  .
• Provide

  technical leadership and mentorship

  , establishing best practices in simulation and software engineering.
• Influence

  engineering strategy and roadmap

  for modeling, simulation, and system architecture.
• Analyze system performance, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies through simulation-driven insights.
• Communicate technical direction, progress, and tradeoffs to stakeholders across engineering and product teams.

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