Electronic/Control Engineer for Modeling and Developing Mechatronic Systems at iCub Tech

Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia; Genova; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a dynamic team at a leading research institute focused on advancing human-centered science and technology. In this role, you will collaborate with experts in robotics and control, contributing to innovative mechatronic devices. Your work will involve engineering sensor integration approaches, designing digital-twin models, and synthesizing control algorithms for autonomous grasping. This is an exciting opportunity to push the boundaries of knowledge in a supportive and inclusive environment, where your creativity and collaboration will thrive. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization committed to tackling societal challenges.

Servizi

Private health care coverage

Wide range of staff discounts

Flexible working hours

Competenze

• Master’s degree in control engineering or related fields required.
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and electronic design toolchains.

Mansioni

• Engineer advanced approaches for gripper sensor integration.
• Design digital-twin models leveraging Model-Based System Engineering.

Conoscenze

MATLAB

Simulink

C/C++

Python

Good communication skills

Creative attitude

Formazione

Master’s degree in control engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering

Strumenti

Electronic design toolchains

Simulation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Commitment & contract: fixed term position.

Location: Genova, Italy

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

You will join the multi-disciplinary team of developers and designers at the iCub-Tech facility, where electronic, mechanical, and software engineers collaborate altogether, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research.

You will contribute to the joint laboratory between IIT and Camozzi. Camozzi Automation is a global leader in designing and producing motion and fluid control components, systems, and technologies for Industrial automation, transportation, and life science industries.

The IIT-Camozzi joint laboratory conducts research and development in robotics and control applied to smart grippers and actuators. This joint initiative aims to co-design innovative mechatronic devices in collaboration with the Camozzi Mechatronic Application Research Center (MARC) team.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• To engineer advanced approaches for gripper sensor integration.
• To design digital-twin models of the systems at hand leveraging Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) methodology.
• To synthesize and simulate control algorithms for autonomous and adaptive grasping with grippers.
• To design and execute experiments for the validation of algorithms and models.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in control engineering, electronic engineering or related fields.
• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink.
• Experience with electronic design toolchains.
• Good communication skills and ability to cooperate.
• Creative, proactive, and collaborative attitude.
• Proficient in English, written and oral.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of electronics, mechanical engineering, and control.
• Knowledge of mathematics, physics, and robotics foundations.
• Experience with programming languages such as C/C++, Python.
• Experience with embedded software development.
• Experience with simulation tools.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Competitive salary package for international standards (Salary can include bonus option depending on your role and contract).
• Private health care coverage.
• Wide range of staff discounts.
• Flexible working hours.

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV at:

• https://app.ncoreplat.com/jobposition/695416/electronic-control-engineer-for-modeling-and-developing-mechatronic-systems-it/istituto-italiano-di-tecnologia

Application’s deadline: May 25th, 2025.