Robotics Systems & Technical Operations Lead

İzmir Özel Türk Koleji; Konak; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

İzmir Özel Türk Koleji is seeking an experienced Robotics Systems & Technical Operations Lead to evaluate humanoid robotic systems, collaborate with international manufacturers, and establish technical operations following the distributorship.

The role demands hands-on robotics experience, strong HW/SW integration, and clear English communication. Travel to China for on-site assessments may be needed to ensure robust technical integration and successful deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering discipline.
• Hands-on robotics or complex electromechanical systems experience.
• Experience with hardware-software integration and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate humanoid robot manufacturers from a technical perspective.
• Analyze mechanical, electronic, embedded systems, and software architecture.
• Assess manufacturers' technical claims against product capabilities.
• Lead technical operations after distributorship appointment.
• Travel to manufacturers' facilities for on-site assessments when required.
• Prepare technical evaluation reports for management decision-making.
• Manage installation, commissioning, and after-sales support at customer sites.

Skills

Robotics experience

HW/SW integration

English communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ROS 2

Python

C/C++

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Robotics Systems & Technical Operations Lead to join our group companies' humanoid robotics initiatives. The successful candidate will evaluate robotic systems from a technical perspective, collaborate with international manufacturers, and lead the establishment of technical operations following the appointment of our distributorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate humanoid robot manufacturers from a technical perspective.
• Analyze the mechanical, electronic, embedded systems, and software architecture of robotic platforms.
• Assess manufacturers' technical claims against actual product capabilities.
• Evaluate motors, actuators, sensors, control systems, and overall robot architecture.
• Assess robotic software platforms, SDKs, APIs, and ROS 2 compatibility.
• Conduct technical meetings with manufacturers in English.
• Identify technical risks and integration requirements.
• Evaluate potential use cases for the Turkish market.
• Prepare technical evaluation reports to support management decision-making.
• Travel to manufacturers' production facilities and R&D centers in China, when required, to conduct on-site technical assessments.
• Compare manufacturers and their products and recommend the most suitable brand and product portfolio.

Following the completion of the distributorship process, you will also be responsible for:

• Managing the installation and commissioning of demonstration and pilot robots.
• Leading technical integration projects at customer sites.
• Establishing and managing the after-sales support organization, including technical service, maintenance, repair, spare parts, and remote support.
• Planning and coordinating training programs for local technical teams.
• Managing technical communication and escalation processes with manufacturers.
• Ability to review and interpret technical and regulatory documentation covering CE / EU Machinery Regulation and ISO 10218 compliance, battery certification and transport restrictions, KVKK/data privacy requirements, spare-part pricing and lead times, warranty terms, and firmware/software update commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Control & Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience with robotics or complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience in robot installation, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Strong understanding of the integration of mechanical, electronic, and software systems.
• Experience with hardware-software integration.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze technical documentation.
• Ability to evaluate technical matters from a commercial and business perspective.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical managers and decision-makers.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently, taking ownership, and demonstrating initiative.
• Understanding of BMS and thermal management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Required Technical Compentencies

• Mechanical and electromechanical systems
• Motors, servo motors, and actuator systems
• Robot kinematics and control systems
• Embedded systems and hardware-software integration
• Sensors, control boards, and motor drivers
• Embedded C/C++, Python, or C++
• Robot installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Robotic systems integration
• Technical documentation preparation

The Following Qualifications Will be Considered an Advantage

• Collaborative robots (Cobots)
• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
• Drone systems
• Autonomous vehicle technologies
• Motion Control
• Computer Vision
• CAN Bus / EtherCAT
• NVIDIA Jetson
• Edge AI
• CAD / 3D CAD
• CE compliance and product certification processes
• Supply chain and manufacturer management

If you are passionate about working with real-world robotic systems, capable of applying your technical expertise to strategic business decisions, and eager to play a key role in shaping the future of humanoid robotics, we look forward to receiving your application.