Next Gen Robotics Engineer

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

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a robotics-focused leader to drive innovation across global clients. You will architect and implement scalable robotics solutions, ranging from autonomous devices to AI-powered service platforms, coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering PoC to production.

The role demands hands-on expertise in ROS2, simulation environments, and Physical AI, with a strong emphasis on architecture and client collaboration. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in robotics, consulting, or software projects with a strong technical focus.
• Solid experience with modern robotics stacks: ROS2, motion planning, sensor fusion, and simulation environments (Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, MuJoCo, Gazebo).
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Physical AI and foundation model technologies (VLA architectures, robot policy fine-tuning, imitation learning, sim-to-real).
• Experience with synthetic data generation and world models for scalable robot training.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for robotics innovation projects, including architecture design and integration for global clients.
• Develop scalable Physical AI architectures focusing on autonomy and real-time systems, with scalable simulation.
• Manage interdisciplinary delivery teams (3–10 people) through PoC, pilot, and production rollout.
• Run technology benchmarks, venture screenings, and establish robust demo/test setups.
• Collaborate with clients, partners, and Accenture units from roadmap to implementation.
• Contribute to Next-Gen Robotics strategy and partner development.

Skills

Robotics

ROS2

Motion planning

Sensor fusion

Python

C++

Architectural leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in robotics or computer science

Tools

Isaac Sim

Isaac Lab

MuJoCo

Gazebo

NVIDIA Jetson

TensorRT

Job description

We Are:

Do you believe that AI and robotics will redefine the way we work and live? Then help shape the future with us. As part of Accenture’s ambition “To reinvent industries,” the Next Gen Robotics Team operates at the forefront as a spearhead for groundbreaking robotics solutions. We combine Accenture’s global strength and reach with the latest breakthroughs in Physical AI and robotics—with a focus on the intersection of technology, industry, and society.

You Are:

In global and highly ambitious team, you will develop scalable robotics solutions—from AMRs and autonomous drones to quadrupedal robots, humanoid systems, and AI-powered service platforms. Our goal: to make real industrial applications more efficient, safer, more economical—and smarter.

The Work:

• Technical leadership of robotics innovation projects, including architecture design, implementation, and integration for global industrial clients.
• Development of scalable Physical AI architectures with a focus on autonomy, VLA model integration, real-time systems, and scalable simulation using NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, and Cosmos world models.
• Management of interdisciplinary delivery teams (3–10 people) across PoC, pilot, and production rollout phases.
• Execution of technology benchmarks, venture screenings, and establishment of robust demo and test setups.
• Close coordination with clients, partners, and Accenture industry units—from roadmap creation to productive implementation.
• Active contribution to the Next-Gen Robotics strategy: tech roadmaps, partner development, and internal enablement initiatives.

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0% to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Here’s What You Need:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in robotics, consulting, or software projects with a strong technical focus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience Solid experience with modern robotics stacks: ROS2, motion planning, sensor fusion, and simulation environments (Isaac Sim 6.0, Isaac Lab 3.0, MuJoCo, Gazebo).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience Hands-on experience with Physical AI and foundation model technologies: working knowledge of VLA architectures (e.g., NVIDIA Isaac GR00T, π0, OpenVLA), robot policy fine-tuning, imitation learning, and sim-to-real transfer pipelines.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience Experience with synthetic data generation and world models (NVIDIA Cosmos, Genesis, MuJoCo MJX) for scalable robot training at scale.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience Proficient in software development with Python and C++—including clean code practices, Git, CI/CD, and architecture-based development.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience You have taken responsibility in technical project roles—e.g., as an architect, lead engineer, or integrative tech generalist in interdisciplinary teams.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience Exposure to edge AI deployment for robotics: NVIDIA Jetson / Isaac platform, TensorRT inference optimization, and real-time control at 30–100 Hz.
• Bachelor's degree in robotics, computer science (or related) or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but is not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 11/30/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/benefits)

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $70,350 to $196,000

Colorado $63,800 to $169,300

Connecticut $63,800 to $169,300

District of Columbia $68,000 to $180,300

Illinois $59,100 to $169,300

Maine $54,400 to $144,300

Maryland $63,800 to $169,300

Massachusetts $63,800 to $180,300

Minnesota $63,800 to $169,300

New York $66,300 to $196,000

New Jersey $68,000 to $196,000

Ohio $59,100 to $156,800

Virginia $59,100 to $180,300

Washington $80,200 to $180,300

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