Senior Development Engineer - Robotic Systems

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ARTC seeks a Senior Development Engineer to lead R&D of intelligent robotic systems for industrial adoption. You will drive projects from scoping to deployment, collaborating with engineers and partners to transfer technology into real-world settings.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, applied research and scalable industrial deployment across sectors, with a focus on automation, perception, planning and control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a engineering discipline related to robotics or automation.
• 5+ years’ experience developing robotics and automation systems.
• Hands-on skills in robotic manipulation, physical AI systems, simulation and projects.
• Ability to independently lead full-lifecycle R&D projects and contribute technically.
• Strong hands-on experience with industrial robots and related platforms.
• Experience programming manipulation applications using ABB RAPID, URScript, KUKA KRL.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary robotics R&D projects with scientists, engineers and partners.
• Define requirements, constraints and business objectives; evaluate technologies.
• Develop and validate intelligent systems using simulation and prototypes.
• Develop and integrate robot programs for perception, planning, task orchestration and control.
• Conceptualize solutions for complex manipulation; prepare proposals and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with system integrators and vendors to deploy solutions in factories and labs.

Skills

Python

C/C++

ROS/ROS 2

AI/ML

Computer vision

Digital twins

Perception

Planning

Manipulation

Control

Robot programming

ABB RAPID

URScript

KUKA KRL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Robotic Systems or related engineering

Tools

ABB RAPID

URScript

KUKA KRL

ABB RobotStudio

Visual Components

RoboDK

Siemens Process Simulate

Gazebo

Isaac Sim

Job description

ARTC is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to join the Autonomous Systems & Robotics (ASR) group and develop intelligent reconfigurable robotic systems for industrial adoption. You will lead industrial robotic R&D projects for applications in different industry sectors, working with technical and industry partners from scoping through validation, deployment and technology transfer.

This role suits candidates who are passionate about hands‑on robotic systems development, applied research and industrial deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary robotic systems R&D projects with scientists, engineers, students, collaborators and industry partners
• Engage stakeholders to define operational challenges, requirements, constraints and business objectives; evaluate emerging robotics, AI, software and automation technologies
• Develop and validate intelligent systems using simulation and physical prototypes
• Develop and integrate robot programs and modules for AI-enabled perception, planning, task orchestration and control
• Conceptualize solutions for complex manipulation needs; prepare proposals, plans, estimates and roadmaps
• Work with system integrators and vendors to deploy solutions in factories, warehouses and labs, produce technical documentation and present project deliverables

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Robotic Systems or a related engineering discipline
• At least 5 years’ experience developing robotics and automation systems
• Exceptional fresh graduates with demonstrated hands‑on skills in robotic manipulation, Physical AI systems, simulation and complex robotics projects may be considered
• Ability to independently lead full‑lifecycle R&D projects and make original technical contributions beyond integration
• Strong hands‑on experience with industrial robots, cobots, mobile manipulators, humanoids or related platforms
• Experience programming manipulation applications—such as picking, packing, assembly, disassembly, machine tending, dispensing or material handling—using ABB RAPID, URScript, KUKA KRL etc
• Mobile robotics‑only experience (e.g., navigation, SLAM) is generally insufficient, unless complemented by strong manipulation experience
• Proficiency in Python and/or C/C++, with experience in technical scoping, proposal development, effort estimation and solution conceptualization
• Experience developing robotic software or algorithms for task/skill orchestration, motion planning, control or autonomous execution
• Familiarity with robotic simulators ABB RobotStudio, Visual Components, RoboDK, Siemens Process Simulate, Gazebo, Isaac Sim or equivalent
• Experience integrating perception, planning, manipulation and control to realize complete robotic systems

Additional Skills & Experience

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing sectors - semiconductor, aerospace, FMCG, biomedical/biopharma, energy or related
• Knowledge of ROS/ROS 2, AI/ML, computer vision, digital twins or industrial UI/UX
• Experience with physical or embodied AI systems (perception, planning and action), dexterous manipulation, multi‑arm coordination or deformable object handling will be a plus

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, ownership, teamwork, project and time management skills
• Adaptable, self‑motivated and comfortable learning new technologies, working across robotics, AI, software, mechanical engineering for manufacturing use‑cases