Tactile Sensing & Dexterous Manipulation Engineer (Robotics)

Hyphen Connect; Launceston; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyphen Connect seeks a Tactile Sensing & Dexterous Manipulation Engineer (Robotics) in Launceston, TAS, AU to advance high-resolution tactile sensors and dexterous robotic systems. You will work on cutting-edge projects to enhance perception and manipulation capabilities across platforms.

The role involves processing data from tactile sensors, developing slip-detection and compliant control, and training grasping policies for unknown objects.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of contact mechanics and robotic grasping.
• Experience with tactile sensors (e.g., GelSight, BioTac).
• Background in soft robotics or dexterous manipulation.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process data from high-resolution tactile sensors and force-torque arrays.
• Implement slip-detection and compliant control algorithms.
• Train multi-fingered grasping policies for unknown objects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate tactile sensing solutions into robotic platforms.
• Conduct experiments to validate the performance of tactile sensing and robotic manipulation systems.

Skills

Dexterous manipulation

Contact mechanics

Python

C++

Robotics

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

GelSight

BioTac

Tactile sensors

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Tactile Sensing & Dexterous Manipulation Engineer (Robotics) to advance the capabilities of high-resolution tactile sensors and dexterous robotic systems. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge projects to enhance robotic perception and manipulation, contributing to innovative solutions in the field of robotics.

Responsibilities:

• Process data from high-resolution tactile sensors and force-torque arrays.
• Implement slip-detection and compliant control algorithms.
• Train multi-fingered grasping policies for unknown objects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate tactile sensing solutions into robotic platforms.
• Conduct experiments to validate the performance of tactile sensing and robotic manipulation systems.

Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of contact mechanics and robotic grasping.
• Experience with tactile sensors (e.g., GelSight, BioTac).
• Background in soft robotics or dexterous manipulation.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Tactile Sensing & Dexterous Manipulation Engineer (Robotics) Launceston, TAS, AU