Technical Lead - Robotics & Autonomous Systems

Arlec Australia Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlec Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Robotics/Automation Engineer - Technical Lead to own delivery of robotics projects and mentor the engineering team in Melbourne.

You will lead software development, system integration and autonomous capabilities, turning customer requirements into reliable, practical solutions across ROS/ROS 2, Python and C++. This hands-on role blends engineering leadership with delivery accountability.

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on robotics engineering experience.
• Strong skills in ROS/ROS 2, Python and C++.
• Experience with robotics hardware integration and debugging.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead teams.
• Ability to turn customer requirements into practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of robotics projects from concept to deployment.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and coordinate technical work.
• Own system integration, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve challenges.

Skills

Python

C++

Robotics software

Autonomous systems

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Tools

ROS/ROS 2

Sensor integration

End-effectors

Motion planning

Job description

Arlec Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Robotics/Automation Engineer - Technical Lead to own delivery of robotics projects and mentor the engineering team in Melbourne.

You will lead software development, system integration and autonomous capabilities, turning customer requirements into reliable, practical solutions across ROS/ROS 2, Python and C++. This hands-on role blends engineering leadership with delivery accountability.