Robotics Engineer - AI Integration

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Bonuses

Innovative robotics projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Robotics Engineer to join its R&D team for advanced AI-enabled robotic systems. The role emphasizes perception, decision-making, and autonomous control across challenging projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong AI/ML expertise, ROS experience, and a solid background in robotics theory and algorithms, with a passion for innovation and collaboration in a research-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Robotics, CS, EE or related field.
• 3+ years in robotics with AI/ML integration.
• Proficient in C++ and Python; experienced with ROS.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI modules for robotic systems, including path planning, object recognition, and autonomous navigation.
• Integrate machine learning models into robot control architectures.
• Develop and test control algorithms for robotic manipulators and mobile platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype and test robotic systems.
• Utilize simulation environments (e.g., ROS, Gazebo) for development and testing.
• Document designs, experiments, and results thoroughly.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS

AI/ML integration

Robotics

Computer vision

Sensor fusion

Path planning

Education

Master's or PhD in Robotics, CS, EE

Tools

ROS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Robotics Engineer with expertise in AI integration to join their advanced research and development team in Queenstown . This role focuses on developing intelligent robotic systems by integrating cutting-edge AI algorithms for perception, decision-making, and control. You will work on challenging projects that push the boundaries of automation and human-robot interaction. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with a passion for robotics and a deep understanding of how AI can enhance robotic capabilities in diverse applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement AI modules for robotic systems, including path planning, object recognition, and autonomous navigation.
• Integrate machine learning models (e.g., for vision, reinforcement learning) into robot control architectures.
• Develop and test control algorithms for robotic manipulators and mobile platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype and test robotic systems.
• Utilize simulation environments (e.g., ROS, Gazebo) for development and testing.
• Document designs, experiments, and results thoroughly.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in robotics development, with a focus on AI/ML integration.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, and experience with ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Strong understanding of control theory, kinematics, dynamics, and AI/ML concepts.
• Experience with computer vision, sensor fusion, and path planning algorithms.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, research-driven environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work option providing excellent flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for professional development, including specialized training and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on innovative robotics projects with significant impact.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work atmosphere.