Mobile Manipulation Engineer (m/f/d)
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In this role, you will play a key role in addressing cutting-edge challenges in mobile robotics development. Specifically, you'll spearhead software development initiatives for mobile manipulation, shaping the future of industrial automation. As a key member of the Robotics & Discrete Automation division in the vibrant Gilching region, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that drive the industry forward. This is an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of transformative technologies, shaping the way industries operate and paving the path for the next industrial revolution. Alongside being part of an international, passionate, and motivated team, you will enjoy the high quality of life offered by the Munich region, situated between mountains and lakes, with a wide range of cultural and outdoor activities. Why Join Our Team? Joining our team means having the opportunity to shape the future of mobile manipulation. You'll collaborate with experts in the field and work in a dynamic, inspiring, multi-cultural team. You'll contribute to cutting-edge projects with real-world impact and access competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
Your responsibilities
- Designing intuitive system architectures for mobile manipulators in industrial applications
- Developing solutions for grasping, object manipulation, and path planning tasks
- Develop intuitive interfaces for interacting with and configuring robots
- Implementing robust behaviors for operation in complex environments
- Integrating sensors and sensor data for real-world applications
- Creating intuitive interfaces for robot interaction and configuration
- Ensuring safe human-robot interaction
- Work closely with other software engineers to integrate control, perception, and planning modules
Your background
- Several years (5+) of experience in mobile robotics, with a focus on software development
- Sound knowledge of robotics tools, methodologies, and the industrial automation market
- Strong software skills in C++. Experience in writing Python and C# software is beneficial
- Strong theoretical and applied skills in at least one of the following fields: behavior management, path planning or motion generation for high DoF robotic systems
- Experience with system engineering, design & verification
- Experience with middleware and communication protocols (e.g. DDS, ROS, MQTT)
- Completed master's degree in a relevant field is required, ideally complemented by a PhD
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken; German beneficial
Benefits
More about us
We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Work model: hybrid #LI-hybrid ABB is able to offer you an interesting role within a highly motivated team, together with open communication structures. On the basis of a personal, practice-oriented induction programme, you will be given the opportunity to acquire the confidence needed to work independently and self-reliantly within your assigned area. Even after the joining phase, ABB offers a wide range of individual career development opportunities and supports you in realising your career goals with targeted training measures. At ABB you will find an attractive working environment in all phases of life - including mobility services such as bicycle leasing, policies for sabbaticals and home office, the ABB children's vacation camp and taking care of family members. Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference. ABB AG Your contact is: ABB PersonalDirekt +49 (0) 621 381 3500 ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate