Autonomy Systems Engineer

Textron, Inc.

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Friday off every other week

30 days annual leave

Competitive pay, reviewed annually

Enhanced Company pension

Life assurance 4x salary

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Textron University training platform

Eye care scheme

Perks at Work discounts

Onsite golf course & football pitch

Winter flu vaccination voucher

Job summary

Textron, Inc. is seeking an Autonomy Systems Engineer in Ipswich to develop and integrate the onboard autonomy stack for Jacobsen vehicles. You will lead vehicle-level integration across perception, localisation, planning and control, and design safety controllers for production-ready platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years' experience in autonomous or robotic systems integration, with hands-on testing and sensor integration using CAN interfaces.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics/Mechatronics or similar.
Two years' experience in autonomous or robotic systems integration, or similar roles.

Responsibilities

Lead integration of the autonomy stack (perception, localisation, planning, control) onto vehicle platforms.
Design and implement safety systems, including safety controllers and safe stop functionality.
Develop and integrate embedded software and vehicle control interfaces (CAN, drive-by-wire).
Define and deliver sensor integration (LiDAR, radar, cameras, GPS/IMU).
Execute vehicle-level testing and validation, including field trials.
Support functional safety activities (HARA, safety case, certification readiness).
Other duties as required.

Skills

Functional safety ISO 13849 / ISO 1210

Embedded systems & real-time control

Sensor systems & CAN interfaces

System testing & validation

Self-motivated, autonomous work

Attention to detail & problem solving

ROS2 / robotics stacks

Sensor fusion & perception

Safety-rated controllers / PLCs

Automotive/off-highway experience

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/EE/Robotics or equivalent)

Job description

As an Autonomy Systems Engineer, you will develop and integrate the onboard autonomy stack for Jacobsen vehicles. This role focuses on vehicle-level system integration, safety-critical architecture, and embedded implementation, supporting the transition from prototype systems to production-ready autonomous platforms.

Lead integration of the autonomy stack (perception, localisation, planning, control) onto vehicle platforms;
Design and implement safety systems, including safety controllers and safe stop functionality;
Develop and integrate embedded software and vehicle control interfaces (CAN, drive-by-wire);
Define and deliver sensor integration (LiDAR, radar, cameras, GPS/IMU);
Execute vehicle-level testing and validation, including field trials;
Support functional safety activities (HARA, safety case, certification readiness);
Other duties as required.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics/Mechatronics or similar.

A minimum of two years' experience in autonomous or robotic systems integration, or similar roles.

Required Skills:

Strong understanding of functional safety (ISO 13849 / ISO 12100);
Experience with embedded systems and real-time control;
Knowledge of sensor systems and vehicle interfaces (CAN);
Hands-on experience with system testing and validation;
Self-motivating and able to work with low levels of supervision to defined objectives;
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills:

ROS2 and robotics software stacks;
Sensor fusion and perception systems;
Safety-rated controllers / safety PLCs;
Off-highway or automotive systems experience.

Textron Specialized Vehicles are a global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side-by-sides, all-terrain vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment.

At Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd, we design and manufacture professional turf-care equipment under the brands of Ransomes and Jacobsen. Our mission is to be the premier supplier of high-quality and environmentally conscious turf equipment, providing superior performance for our customers. From prestigious championship golf courses to the World Cup, for more than a century, the most important turf in the world has been manicured by our brand. We recognise that our success, and future success, is tied directly to our people. We are looking for an Autonomy Systems Engineer to join the Company in Ipswich, Suffolk.

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