Senior / PrincipalRoboticsEngineer (m/f/d) –sensors,controland mechatronics

ABB Schweiz AG; Gilching; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global robotics company is searching for a Senior/Principal Engineer in Gilching. This hybrid role involves driving the design of autonomous robotic systems and collaborating with international R&D teams. The ideal candidate possesses over 3 years of relevant experience, a strong background in mechatronics or robotics, and fluent English skills. The position offers a chance to lead innovative projects and mentor junior staff while contributing to cutting-edge robotics solutions.

Leistungen

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work practices

Qualifikationen

• More than 3 years of relevant professional experience in robotics or mechatronics.
• Strong technical leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor colleagues and junior team members.

Aufgaben

• Drive design and development of robotic systems.
• Lead architectural and design decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

Autonomous systems expertise

Hands-on robotics experience

Mechatronics knowledge

Communication skills

Fluent English

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in mechatronics or robotics

Jobbeschreibung

We are ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. The position will help shape the future of robotics. This Senior/Principal Engineer role is based in Gilching near Munich and works with local development teams and ABB R&D colleagues in Sweden and China. The work model is hybrid.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the design and development of autonomous, versatile robotic systems, including mechatronic concepts, sensor solutions, and next‑generation sensor integration.
• Take technical leadership and contribute deep expertise while shaping architectural and design decisions.
• Demonstrate a strong hands‑on, solution‑oriented mindset, driving prototypes and early integrations from concept to stable implementation while keeping the final product in focus.
• Work in close collaboration with cross‑functional teams and international R&D organisations across multiple locations.
• Act as a mentor to colleagues and junior team members, sharing knowledge, experience, and lessons learned.
• Apply solid mechatronic expertise across sensors, electronics, control software, and mechanical systems.
• Any hobby like robot, drone or model airplane building, AI‑driven control systems, or contributing to Linux source code is a plus.

Qualifications for the role

• Profound knowledge and hands‑on experience in autonomous and versatile systems.
• More than 3 years of relevant professional experience in robotics, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Outstanding Master’s degree in mechatronics, robotics, or a comparable discipline.
• Fluent English skills, ideally complemented by German language skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across borders and cultures.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible work practices.

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

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