Mechatronic Engineer

Network Engineering; Durban; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics company in Durban is seeking a Mechatronic Engineer with a strong background in ROS2. The role involves designing and integrating robotic systems and working with cross-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechatronics or a related field along with hands-on experience with ROS2 and proficiency in C or Python. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on innovative robotics projects.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ROS2 required.
• Strong knowledge of control systems and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with DDS, nodes, and parameter management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate robotic systems using ROS2.
• Design and prototype mechatronic assemblies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience with ROS2

Strong knowledge of kinematics

Proficiency in C and / or Python

Excellent problem-solving skills

Familiarity with hardware interfaces

Education

Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Linux-based development environments

Job description

Overview

Reference : NES022606-RS-1

This fast-growing innovator in the field of robotics / automation / advanced manufacturing is developing cutting-edge systems that integrate mechanical design embedded systems and intelligent control. We are looking for a highly motivated Mechatronic Engineer with expertise in ROS2 to join our multi-disciplinary team working on next-generation robotic systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Mechatronic Engineer specializing in ROS2 you will be responsible for the design integration and implementation of robotic subsystems that combine mechanical electrical and software components. You will play a key role in developing autonomous and semi-autonomous platforms for industrial and / or research applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate robotic systems using Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2)
• Design and prototype mechatronic assemblies including actuators sensors and embedded controllers
• Write and maintain ROS2 nodes for real-time robotic behavior
• Work with perception systems motion planning and control algorithms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Software Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
• Perform testing debugging and validation of robotic platforms
• Contribute to system documentation and compliance with safety standards

Requirements

• Degree in Mechatronics Robotics Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or a related field)
• Hands-on experience with ROS2 (required) including middleware (DDS) nodes launch files and parameter management
• Strong knowledge of kinematics control systems and sensor integration
• Proficiency in C and / or Python
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces (CAN SPI I2C UART etc.)
• Experience with Linux-based development environments (e.g. Ubuntu)
• Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills

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Key Skills

• ASP.NET
• Health Education
• Fashion Designing
• Fiber
• Investigation

Employment Type

• Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1