Robotics Engineer I - Perception - Vaux

ArcBest | Vaux; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ArcBest in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Robotics Engineer - Perception to design and implement perception software using CV, 3D point clouds, and ML techniques. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable systems.

This role involves defining system requirements, advancing CI, and supporting automation initiatives while aligning with ArcBest’s strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required.
• Master's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Prior experience in computer vision, artificial intelligence, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and build robotic perception software and systems.
• Create advanced algorithms for robotic perception.
• Develop software and processes that dictate robotic systems functionality.
• Utilize computer vision algorithms for perception pipelines.
• Utilize 3D Point Cloud processing for perception pipelines.
• Utilize machine learning algorithms to enhance perception robustness and speed.
• Define system requirements and decompose them to components/controllers with guidelines and templates.
• Maintain knowledge of hydraulics, actuators, sensors, and dynamics.
• Implement Agile development and CI concepts in software development.
• Develop dynamic simulations.
• Support existing software.
• Work with ArcBest and subsidiaries on technical initiatives.
• Communicate results to senior leadership and customers.

Skills

C++

Programming

Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery

Computer Vision

GPGPU / CUDA

Troubleshooting Technical Problems

Communicating Complex Concepts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's Degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Tools

CUDA

Job description

The Robotics Engineer - Perception creates innovative solutions to problems by using mathematical modeling, engineering principals, automation/robotics principles, computer programming, or other advanced analytical skills. This position acquires team resources and coordinates team efforts in order to deliver results on projects/processes that are part of the strategic plan for ArcBest and its subsidiaries. The Robotics Engineer - Perception also provides clear and concise project definition, scope, action plans, and communication as well as develops solutions designed to meet project goals while ensuring quality throughout processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and build robotic software systems that are productive and safe to operate.
• Create advanced algorithms for the purpose of robotic perception.
• Develop software and processes that dictate robotic systems functionality.
• Utilize computer vision algorithms for purpose of perception pipelines.
• Utilize 3D Point Cloud processing for the purpose of perception pipelines.
• Utilize machine learning algorithms to enhance perception systems for robustness and/or speed.
• Develop and document system requirements and allocate/decompose them to components/controllers as well as develop controls systems design guidelines, best practices, and other processes, tools, and templates.
• Maintain basic knowledge of high-performance hydraulics, fluid and electro-mechanical actuators, sensors, mechanics, and dynamics.
• Implement Agile development and Continuous Integration (CI) concepts in software development and maintenance.
• Develop dynamic simulations.
• Support existing software.
• Support ArcBest and its subsidiaries on technical and strategic initiatives.
• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end, including full risk assessment and recommendations for adjustment of priorities as needed.
• Serve as technical support for advanced automation systems.
• Perform research into innovative design, operation, and performance of the systems and/or processes.
• Meet and communicate with senior leadership and external customers to provide updates, seek direction, give presentations, communicate success barriers, and showcase project results.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, required
• Master's Degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience, preferred

Experience

• Prior experience in computer vision, artificial intelligence, or related field.

Computer Skills

• Strong systems analysis and design skills, required
• Familiar with GPGPU systems (CUDA).
• Communicating Complex Concepts
• C++
• Programming
• Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems
• Computer Vision

Other Details

Work Hours

• Generally, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional (25%-50%)

Compensation

• This is a salary position paid biweekly.

About Us

ArcBest (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, using its technology, expertise and scale to connect shippers with the solutions they need — from ground, air and ocean transportation to fully managed supply chains. ArcBest has a long history of innovation that is enriched by deep customer relationships. With a commitment to helping customers navigate supply chain challenges now and in the future, the company continues to invest in purpose-built technology such as ArcBest View, its digital logistics platform that brings quoting, booking, shipment visibility and reporting into one connected experience.