Senior Robotics Engineer: Autonomy & Vision Systems

Roboticsconnected; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova Advanced Research invites a Senior Engineer to lead robotics and autonomous systems initiatives within the Robotics & Computer Vision group. The role emphasizes hands-on development, system integration, and mentorship, partnering with government agencies, industry, and academia to advance strategic research and technology transfer.

The candidate will shape technical vision, publish results, and contribute to IP strategy while driving projects from concept through prototyping,

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering, robotics, or CS with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or related interdisciplinary engineering.
• Proven record of technical innovation (publications, patents, prototypes).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for robotics and autonomy programs.
• Prototype, validate, and transition technology into real-world applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, researchers, and external partners.
• Drive IP strategy and contribute to proposals and research funding.
• Mentor engineers and foster technical excellence.

Skills

Robotics

Autonomous systems

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

PhD in Engineering, Robotics, CS

MS in related field with 8+ years

Job description

GE Vernova Advanced Research invites a Senior Engineer to lead robotics and autonomous systems initiatives within the Robotics & Computer Vision group. The role emphasizes hands-on development, system integration, and mentorship, partnering with government agencies, industry, and academia to advance strategic research and technology transfer.

The candidate will shape technical vision, publish results, and contribute to IP strategy while driving projects from concept through prototyping,