(Senior) Research Scientist (f/m/d) – Industrial Service Robotics (80-100%)

ABB; Mannheim; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible work practices

Career development and training

In-house canteen

Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Mobility benefits (JobRad)

Retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

ABB Corporate Research Center in Mannheim invites a scientist with expertise in mobile robot systems to join a multidisciplinary team. You will develop autonomous robotic solutions for industrial inspection, maintenance support and asset monitoring in semi-structured environments.

You will deploy robots on commercial hardware, integrate sensing and perception technologies, and validate solutions through field trials.

Competenze

• PhD in robotics, electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, or related field.
• 3+ years programming and deploying mobile robot systems in semi-structured environments.
• Experience with system integration, architecture, and ROS 2 is preferred.
• Experience applying ML or physical AI to robot systems.

Mansioni

• Design and develop autonomous robot solutions for industrial service applications.
• Lead field trials and on-site validation at partner facilities.
• Publish scientific articles and contribute to IP development.
• Communicate complex results to technical and managerial audiences.

Conoscenze

Mobile robot deployment

Programming & deployment

System integration & architecture

Technical communication

English proficiency

Formazione

PhD in robotics / EE / mechatronics / CS

Strumenti

ROS 2

Gazebo

Isaac Sim

Descrizione del lavoro

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Research Team Manager - Sensor Solutions__The work model for the role is: Hybrid. #LI-HybridWe are seeking a scientist with expertise in mobile robot systems and their deployment in semi-structured environments. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team at ABB's Corporate Research Center in Mannheim, developing autonomous robotic solutions for industrial service applications such as inspection, maintenance support, and asset monitoring. Your work will help explore future applications of robotics and contribute to ABB's R&D strategy.Your role and responsibilities:You evaluate priority use cases for industrial service robotics in close collaboration with ABB's divisions, academia and technology partnersYou design and develop service robot solutions built on commercial robot hardware platforms extending their capabilities for industrial environmentsYou enable such robots to perceive and act (semi-)autonomously in industrial environments, building upon advanced sensing & perception technologies and physical AIYou develop and maintain experimental setups in our labs, and conduct field trials and on-site validation at partner facilitiesYou communicate complex technical results clearly to a wide audience, including technical experts, project partners, and general managementYou protect intellectual property through patent applications and publish scientific articlesYou continuously develop your technical expertise and extend your project management skills with training and on-the-job experienceYou maintain a broader overview of industrial robotics and scout novel technologiesYou initiate, lead, and contribute to applied research activitiesQualifications for the roleYou hold a PhD in robotics, electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, or a related fieldYou have a track record of 3+ years programming and deploying mobile robot systems in semi-structured/unstructured environments and a solid understanding of robot kinematicsYou bring practical experience in system integration, system architecture, and ROS 2 (preferred) or equivalent robotic frameworksYou have experience applying machine learning and/or physical AI to robot systemsYou have technical experience in one or more of the following fields:Techniques for autonomous navigation, task planning and orchestrationPerception and sensing (e.g. LiDAR, depth cameras, sensor fusion)Environment modeling and simulation (e.g. Gazebo, Isaac Sim)Robotic manipulation and controlFamiliarity with functional safety principles and relevant standards is a plusYou are proficient in English; German language skills are beneficialBenefitsFlexible work practicesCareer development and training opportunities, on and off the jobIn-house canteenEmployee Share Acquisition PlanMobility benefits, such as JobRadRetirement planPlease note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.ABB AG+49 (0) 621 381 3500Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.