03 ott - Torino
Makr Shakr
Industrial Automation and Robotics Engineer Intern
Turin
Makr Shakr is a pioneering robotics company born from research conducted at the Senseable City Lab at MIT, led by professor Carlo Ratti.
Our name says it all: Makr references the maker culture and open-source digital fabrication, while Shakr nods to mixology and the transformative potential of robotics in the F&B; industry.
Based in Italy, our R&D; team develops state-of-the-art mixologist and barista robots that operate across a wide range of settings, from high-end hospitality to large-scale events, addressing labor challenges while bringing joy, elegance, and innovation to every pour.
The Role
Makr Shakr is looking for an Industrial Automation / Robotics Engineer Intern to join our technical team in our Turin office.
You will support the development and commissioning of our machines, working side by side with the team and gaining direct, hands-on experience with industrial robots, PLCs, and real machines.
You will be involved in both in-house maintenance and development activities and in the commissioning and start-up phases of our systems.
Key Responsibilities
As an Industrial Automation / Robotics Engineer Intern, you will be involved in a wide range of activities, including:
Developing and modifying motion programs for ABB and KUKA robots
Programming and configuring operating sequences for robotic cells
Testing and optimizing robot movements
Troubleshooting and fault finding on Siemens PLC systems
Reading and modifying existing PLC programs
Diagnosing issues related to sensors, actuators, I/O, and industrial communications
Commissioning and start-up of machines built by Makr Shakr
Running functional tests and verifying correct machine operation before delivery
Supporting installation and commissioning activities at customer sites
Collaborating with the Software,
Mechanical, and Electrical teams during the development of new systems
Requirements
Technical background (e.g. Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or related fields)
Technical curiosity and strong problem-solving skills
Genuine interest in robotics and industrial automation
Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Interest in the following technologies, with prior knowledge being a plus:
Industrial robotics, with ABB and/or KUKA robots
Siemens PLCs and the TIA Portal / Step 7 environment
PLC logic, digital and analog signals
Industrial communication networks and protocols
No previous professional experience with the technologies listed is required.
What We Offer
Joining Makr Shakr means stepping into a high-growth international startup at the frontier of robotics and technology, where your work will have a direct impact from day one.
Hands-on experience:
Work with robotic systems actually used in production and follow the full lifecycle of a machine, from development and programming to testing, commissioning, and start-up.
A multidisciplinary environment:
Robotics, industrial automation, software, electronics, and mechanics come together within the same product.
Global exposure:
The opportunity to join business trips for commissioning and installations at customer sites, including international ones.
A culture of innovation:
Work in a dynamic, innovative environment at the intersection of robotics, automation, and F&B.;
Makr Shakr is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity or any other factor.
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