Mobile Robotics Engineer

ppbJob Title: Robotics Engineer /b /ppbContract Length: 12 Month Contract with opportunity to extend /b /ppbStart Date: As soon as possible /b /ph3The opportunity /h3pWe are seeking an experienced robotics software engineer to join a multidisciplinary team developing autonomous mobile systems for demanding industrial environments. /ppYou will contribute to the development of the software that enables mobile robots to understand their surroundings, determine where they should move, and navigate safely alongside other vehicles, equipment, and people. The work spans the complete autonomy pipeline, from sensing and localization through planning and motion control. /ppThis is a hands-on engineering role. You will move between software development, simulation, hardware integration, field testing, and deployment, with the opportunity to see your work operate on real robotic platforms. /ph3What you will work on /h3ulliDevelop and maintain C++ robotics software using ROS/ROS 2 and related navigation technologies. /liliBuild functionality covering perception, localization, mapping, path planning, navigation, and vehicle control. /liliIntegrate robotic software with sensors and other hardware, including LiDAR-based systems. /liliInvestigate and resolve issues discovered during simulation, laboratory testing, and operation of physical vehicles. /liliDeploy autonomy software onto prototype and production robotic platforms and validate its behaviour in real-world environments. /liliDesign solutions for environments where autonomous vehicles must safely coexist with conventional industrial traffic. /liliEvaluate emerging approaches in mobile robotics, autonomous navigation, and mechatronics and determine where they can provide practical value. /liliCollaborate with software, robotics, product, and commercial colleagues to translate operational requirements into robust technical solutions. /liliContribute to architectural and engineering decisions across the wider robotics platform. /liliParticipate in customer-facing technical activities when required, particularly during deployment, testing, and troubleshooting. /li /ulh3What we are looking for /h3pYou are likely to bring: /pulliAround 3+ years of professional experience developing software in C++ and ROS. /liliPractical experience working with robots, autonomous systems, mechatronics, or closely related technologies. /liliA solid understanding of modern C++ and software engineering principles, including appropriate use of design patterns and maintainable architecture. /liliExperience taking ROS-based software beyond experimentation and into reliable deployed systems. /liliConfidence working directly with robotic hardware and debugging systems where software, electronics, sensors, and mechanical components interact. /liliAn analytical approach to diagnosing complex problems and turning experimental ideas into dependable implementations. /liliThe ability to communicate effectively with people from different technical disciplines and with non-technical stakeholders. /liliComfort working in an international and fast-moving environment where priorities can evolve quickly. /liliA willingness to challenge assumptions, put forward alternative ideas, and advocate for the technically strongest solution. /liliPersistence when tackling difficult engineering problems, together with a healthy attitude toward experimentation and learning from unsuccessful approaches. /li /ulh3Useful additional experience /h3pExperience or interest in any of the following would be advantageous: /pulliAutonomous mobile robot technology and industrial automation. /liliSLAM, localization, mapping, or related navigation techniques. /liliMachine-learning applications in robotics. /liliMechanical or electrical system integration. /liliCAD and mechanical design tools. /liliIndustrial vehicles, logistics, manufacturing, or other complex operational environments. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr