Sr. Robotics Engineer, R&D

$100,700 - $151,100/Yr

Material Handling Systems - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Senior

Louisville, KY

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

As a Senior Robotics Engineer at FORTNA, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing advanced robotic material handling products. This role involves collaboration within the ML/AI/Robotics group and across various teams to create innovative solutions that align with project requirements and industry standards. Your contributions will enhance the performance, reliability, and scalability of our robotics platform, ensuring optimal operations in material handling.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the design and development of robotic systems from concept to deployment.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop prototypes to validate design concepts.
• Implement software algorithms and configurations for perception, navigation, and control of robotic platforms.
• Optimize robotic performance through simulation, testing (in lab and at customer's sites), and iteration.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls and software engineering teams to integrate subsystems into complete robotic systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Stay current with advancements in robotics technologies and identify opportunities for innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelors' degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience (5 years) in robotics system design, development, and implementation.
• Proficiency in robotics software development (ROS, Python, C++, etc.).
• Strong understanding of robotic perception, localization, motion planning, mapping, and control algorithms.
• Experience with sensors, actuators, and end effectors.
• Experience deploying robotics solutions in the field.
• Familiarity with CAD software for mechanical design (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Familiarity with Simulation based deep Reinforcement Learning approaches.
• Familiarity with the latest research in the field of robotics and deep learning.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Previous experience in the material handling industry is a plus.
• Ability to travel to client sites 20% of the time.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in the material handling industry is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $100,700 to $151,100 based on experience and qualifications.