Robotics Engineer

Wirabot; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirabot, a robotics solutions company based in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Robotics Engineer to lead hands-on hardware and software development, integration, testing, and deployment of robotics systems. The role covers AMR, security robotics, and related automation, with on-site support and client-facing deployments.

The ideal candidate will have a 4+ year track record in robotics, strong Python/C++ skills, ROS familiarity, and a willingness to travel within Kuala Lumpur / Klang Valley for deployments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of robotics, automation, embedded systems, or mechatronics experience.
• Strong knowledge of robotics hardware and software integration.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++.
• Experience with embedded systems, sensors, and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with ROS or similar frameworks is an advantage.
• Willing to travel for on-site deployment in Kuala Lumpur / Klang Valley.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain robotics systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving mechanical, electrical, embedded, and software components.
• Support deployment and operation of humanoid robots and other robotics platforms.
• Contribute to projects involving AMR, security robotics, and related automation systems.
• Work with sensors, actuators, controllers, communication modules, and power systems.
• Develop and optimize robotics software using Python, C++, and relevant frameworks/tools.
• Support on-site installation, testing, calibration, and technical problem-solving.
• Prepare technical documentation, maintenance procedures, and system reports.
• Mentor junior team members and support technical operations when required.
• Ensure systems are reliable, safe, and ready for commercial deployment.

Skills

Robotics hardware

Robotics software

Python

C++

ROS

Embedded systems

Motor control

Sensors

Diagnostics

Field support

Travel readiness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics/Mechatronics/EE/ME/CE

Tools

Unitree robotics

Job description

Wirabot is a robotics solutions company based in Kuala Lumpur. We provide innovative robotics solutions for businesses, including humanoid robot deployments for events and brand activations, and we are expanding into wider robotics applications such as AMR, security robotics, and related automation solutions.

We are seeking a Robotics Engineer to lead hands-on technical work across robot development, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and deployment. The ideal candidate has strong experience in both hardware and software, is comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment, and can support real-world operations from workshop to client site.Key responsibilities

Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain robotics systems

Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving mechanical, electrical, embedded, and software components

Support deployment and operation of humanoid robots and other robotics platforms

Contribute to projects involving AMR, security robotics, and related automation systems

Work with sensors, actuators, controllers, communication modules, and power systems

Develop and optimize robotics software using Python, C++, and relevant frameworks/tools

Support on-site installation, testing, calibration, and technical problem-solving

Prepare technical documentation, maintenance procedures, and system reports

Mentor junior team members and support technical operations when required

Ensure systems are reliable, safe, and ready for commercial deployment

WE work with Unitree robotics line up.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience in robotics, automation, embedded systems, or mechatronics

Strong knowledge of robotics hardware and software integration

Proficiency in Python and/or C++

Experience with embedded systems, motor control, sensors, and system diagnostics

Familiarity with ROS or similar robotics frameworks is an advantage

Experience in testing, troubleshooting, and field support

Able to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables

Good communication and teamwork skills

Willing to travel for on-site deployment and support within Kuala Lumpur / Klang Valley as needed

Added advantage

Candidates with experience in any of the following will have an added advantage:

AMR / AGV

Security robotics

Warehouse automation, conveyor/sorting systems, industrial automation, WMS integration, or fulfillment operations

Preventive maintenance and reliability engineering

Client-facing technical deployment work

Opportunity to work on real commercial robotics deployments

Exposure to humanoid robotics, AMR, security robotics, and automation applications

Fast-growing startup environment with strong learning opportunities

High ownership and opportunity to grow into a technical leadership role

Based in Kuala Lumpur with diverse project exposure