Senior Robotics Engineer

Planiform; Gaspé; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in robotics is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer to lead teams and develop advanced mobile robotics platforms. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, focusing on delivering integrated robotic systems for industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in robotics development and a strong educational background in relevant fields.

Benefits

Base salary according to experience

RRSP program with employer contribution

Full insurance with employer contribution

Minimum of 3 personal days per year

Afternoon off on your birthday

Paid company closure during the holiday season

Collective garden during the summer

Amount for your activities outside work

Possibility of bringing your pet to work

Excellent working atmosphere and many social activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in robotics development with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience delivering a commercial or industrial robotic product from prototype to deployment.
• Strong proficiency in robot programming and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional robotics engineering team.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of mobile robotic systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, automation, and software teams.

Skills

Robot programming

Sensor integration

Motion control

Embedded systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in robotics, mechatronics, electrical/mechanical engineering, or computer science

Tools

C++

C#

Gazebo

Webots

CAD tools

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer with a proven track record of leading robotics teams and delivering fully integrated robotic systems into production or industrial deployment. This role is both technical and strategic, combining hands-on engineering with leadership responsibilities. The successful candidate will guide the development of advanced mobile robotics platforms, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), and ensure successful integration, commissioning, and delivery of these systems in real-world environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional robotics engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of mobile robotic systems—from concept design to on-site commissioning and post-deployment support.
• Design and implement robotic architectures integrating multiple AGVs / AMRs, sensors, and control systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, automation, and software teams to deliver cohesive robotic solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Define project scope, success criteria, and minimum viable technical requirements, ensuring clear alignment with stakeholders.
• Plan and execute system testing and validation, including FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test).
• Coordinate and support the deployment, commissioning, and troubleshooting of robotic systems at customer sites.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating emerging technologies and incorporating best practices in system design and development.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of system architecture, integration methods, and test plans.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in robotics, mechatronics, electrical / mechanical engineering, or computer science.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or technical lead role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering a commercial or industrial robotic product, from prototype to deployment.
• Strong proficiency in robot programming (e.g., C++, C#, Structured Text), and simulation tools (e.g., Gazebo, Webots).
• Solid knowledge of sensor integration, motion control, and embedded systems.
• Experience with CAD tools and rapid mechanical prototyping.
• Ability to define requirements, manage priorities, and make sound architectural decisions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) and middleware for robotic control.
• Familiarity with industrial PLCs (Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley) and automation systems.
• Knowledge of electrical wire routing, cable management, and mechanical design for mobile robotics.
• Understanding of safety standards and risk assessments for AGV / AMR deployment.
• Background in warehouse automation, logistics systems, or industrial robotics.

Why work at Planiform?

• Base salary according to experience
• RRSP program with employer contribution
• Full insurance with employer contribution
• Minimum of 3 personal days per year
• Afternoon off on your birthday
• Paid company closure during the holiday season
• Collective garden during the summer
• Amount for your activities outside work
• Possibility of bringing your pet to work
• Excellent working atmosphere and many social activities

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