Motion Planning Engineer, Robotic Automation (West) (ID: 670533)

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd (Formerly Kelly Services Singapore Pte Ltd); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Motion Planning Engineer to design cutting-edge path planning and trajectory optimization solutions for robotic manipulators. This role involves developing high-performance motion planning for single and multi-arm robots in dynamic factory settings, focusing on pick-and-place and assembly applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in motion planning algorithms, programming, and robotic systems, contributing to the advancement of automation technologies. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will drive impactful projects and enhance operational efficiency in the robotics field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in robotic motion planning and control.
• Strong knowledge of motion planning algorithms and optimization techniques.
• Experience with robotic simulators and programming industrial robots.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement motion planning algorithms for robotic arms.
• Optimize motion planning to manage dynamic obstacles and constraints.
• Conduct simulations and validation tests for deployment readiness.

Skills

Motion Planning Algorithms (RRT, PRM, CHOMP)

Trajectory Generation and Optimization

Robotic Motion Planning

Programming (C/C#/C++, Python)

Multi-arm Coordination

Machine Learning Applications

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Gazebo

MuJoCo

Isaac Sim

ROS 1/2

Linux OS

OMPL

MoveIt!

SBPL

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Motion Planning Engineer to design and implement advanced path planning, trajectory optimization, and collision avoidance strategies for robotic manipulators in automated systems. This role focuses on developing high-performance motion planning solutions for single or multi-arm robots in dynamic factory environments, especially for pick-and-place and pick-and-assemble applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement motion planning algorithms for robotic arms in industrial pick-and-place and assembly applications.

• Develop compliant and force-aware motion strategies to manage diverse payloads with varying physical properties.

• Generate smooth, collision-free trajectories for complex manipulator tasks, including mobile and dual-arm systems.

• Optimize motion planning to address constraints, dynamic obstacles, and real-time task adjustments.

• Integrate motion planning systems with perception and control modules to enhance adaptability in real-world factory conditions.

• Conduct simulations and real-world validation tests to improve robustness, safety, and deployment readiness.

• Study and implement state-of-the-art motion strategies for pick-and-place and pick-and-assemble scenarios.

• Perform robot teaching and simulation for manipulator deployment in new applications.

• Program robots using both industrial languages (e.g., Yaskawa, ABB, KUKA) and general-purpose languages such as C/C#/C++, Python.

• Prepare and maintain clear documentation including program code, technical reports, and system setup manuals.

Requirements:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in robotic motion planning, kinematics, dynamics, and control.

• Demonstrated success in developing and deploying custom pick-and-place or pick-and-assemble applications.

• Strong knowledge of motion planning algorithms such as RRT, PRM, and CHOMP, as well as trajectory generation and optimization techniques.

• Experience with multi-arm coordination, redundancy resolution, and task-space motion planning.

• Familiarity with robotic simulators like Gazebo, MuJoCo, or Isaac Sim.

• Knowledge of machine learning applications in adaptive motion planning and robotic grasping.

• Proficiency in programming industrial robots or in languages such as C/C#/C++ and Python.

• Working knowledge of ROS 1/2, Linux OS, and motion planning libraries such as OMPL, MoveIt!, and SBPL.

• Added advantage: Any patents, publications, awards, or certifications related to robotics and automation.

Interested candidates, who wish to apply for the advertised position, please email us an updated copy of your resume.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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