Lead Robotics Research Engineer

will focus on designing and deploying robotic systems while leveraging principles of lean to optimize production lines and workflows.

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge robotic and automation solutions for manufacturing lines, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and scalability.

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to analyse existing workflows, identify automation opportunities, and implement innovative solutions that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

• Develop and program industrial robots, including their kinematics, motion planning, and application-specific tasks (e.g., welding, pick-and-place, packaging).

• Integrate robotic systems with supervisory control systems and other manufacturing equipment, ensuring seamless interoperability.

• Apply machine vision technologies, including camera systems and image processing algorithms for part recognition, inspection, and alignment.

• Travel to manufacturing sites as needed to collaborate with plant teams, understand operational processes, and evaluate implementation success.

• Conduct feasibility studies, proof-of-concepts, and prototyping for new robotic and automation technologies tailored to specific manufacturing challenges.

• Develop quick proof-of-concepts and demonstrate their value in a lab environment prior to full-scale deployment.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in deployed systems, ensuring maximum equipment uptime and performance.

• Maintain detailed technical documentation, including designs, programming approaches, system architecture, and lessons learned.

• Stay abreast of advances in robotics, automation, and manufacturing technologies by attending conferences, reviewing literature, and fostering collaboration with academic and industry partners.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers in robotics and automation concepts, fostering knowledge sharing across the team.

• Drive innovation by contributing to intellectual property development and filing patents related to robotics and automation solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or Masters in Robotics, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field from a top-ranked university (India or abroad) with demonstrated industry excellence and practical experience.

• 8-13 years of hands-on experience implementing robotics and automation solutions in manufacturing environments.

• Strong foundational knowledge in robotic systems, including kinematics, dynamics, and control systems.

• Proficient in robot programming (e.g., ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Mitsubishi, or Universal Robots), including offline programming tools and simulation environments.

• Experience with machine vision systems (e.g., OpenCV, Cognex, or Halcon) and their integration to enhance automation workflows.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing concepts and a track record of deploying automation solutions in real-world scenarios.

• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB), industrial automation tools, and control system design software.

• Willingness to travel to manufacturing sites and work closely with plant teams to evaluate processes and implement automation solutions.

• Demonstrated ability to critically assess manufacturing challenges and design innovative solutions that address operational inefficiencies.

• Ability to develop quick proof-of-concepts and demonstrate the value in a lab environment prior to full-scale industrial deployment.

• Strong leadership skills, with proven capability to guide teams through technical challenges and project execution.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to collaborate across diverse teams of engineers, product managers, and manufacturing teams.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proficiency in integrating AIML with robotics to enhance automation capabilities and decision-making.

• Expertise in lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and waste reduction within production lines.

• Proficiency in integrating robots into industrial automation environments, including PLCs, SCADA systems, and IoT-enabled devices.

• Familiarity with digital twin technologies and their use in optimizing robotics and automation deployments.

• Publication and patenting experience demonstrating thought leadership in robotics and automation.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity and data integrity concerns related to automation and robotics systems in manufacturing environments.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No