AI Expert Robotics - onsite

Eccalon, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The AI Expert – Robotics at Eccalon, LLC leads the design, development, and integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities into robotic systems. This role blends deep expertise in AI/ML with hands-on robotics experience to build intelligent, autonomous, and adaptive robotic solutions for mission-critical applications.

Responsibilities include designing AI-driven perception, decision-making, planning, and control, integrating models into robotic platforms and embedded

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Robotics, CS, AI, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in AI/ML and robotics development.
• Strong programming in Python and/or C++.
• Hands-on with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with robotic systems, sensors, actuators; robotics fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-driven algorithms for perception, decision-making, planning, and control.
• Integrate ML/AI models into robotic platforms and embedded systems.
• Develop and optimize computer vision, sensor fusion, and autonomy solutions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams for end-to-end integration.
• Train, evaluate, and deploy ML models in real-world robotics environments.
• Support simulation, testing, validation, and field deployment of AI-enabled robots.
• Analyze system performance and improve autonomy, accuracy, and reliability.
• Document architectures, models, and designs; stay current with AI/robotics advances.

Skills

Python

C++

AI/ML concepts

Robotics experience

Perception/Autonomy

Kinematics/Controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Robotics/CS/AI/Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD in AI/Robotics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

ROS/ROS2

Gazebo/Isaac Sim

Job description

The AI Expert – Robotics will lead the design, development, and integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities into robotic systems. This role combines deep expertise in AI/ML with hands‑on robotics experience to build intelligent, autonomous, and adaptive robotic solutions for mission‑critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI‑driven algorithms for robotic perception, decision‑making, planning, and control
• Integrate machine learning and artificial intelligence models into robotic platforms and embedded systems
• Develop and optimize computer vision, sensor fusion, and autonomy solutions for robotics applications
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to ensure end‑to‑end system integration
• Train, evaluate, and deploy ML models in real‑world robotic environments
• Support simulation, testing, validation, and field deployment of AI‑enabled robotic systems
• Analyze system performance and continuously improve autonomy, accuracy, and reliability
• Document system architectures, models, and technical designsStay current with emerging AI, ML, and robotics technologies and best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML and robotics development
• Strong programming experience in Python and/or C++
• Hands‑on experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn)
• Experience working with robotic systems, sensors, and actuators
• Solid understanding of robotics fundamentals including kinematics, controls, and perception
• Experience deploying AI models to production or real‑world environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in AI, Robotics, or a related discipline
• Experience with ROS / ROS2 and robotic middleware
• Background in autonomous systems, mobile robots, or robotic arms
• Experience with computer vision, deep learning, or reinforcement learning
• Familiarity with simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac Sim)
• Experience supporting government, defense, or regulated programs
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required by contract