Research Computer Scientist - Research Engineer - Sr. Research Engineer - Robotics Software Developer

Key Skills

Agile methodologies, AI Robotic systems, C Programming, C++, Database, Design, Effective communication skills, Employee life cycle, Mechanical, Python Programming

Job Description

Who We Are:

The Robotics Software Section develops solutions for autonomous vehicles, industrial robots, and custom robotics. Our team shapes advanced techniques to amplify robot capabilities.

Objectives of this Role:

• Join the Robotics Department to develop advanced capabilities, technologies, and solutions in the field of industrial robotics and automation that solve real-world challenges faced by our customers.
• Support software development, advanced controls, algorithm development and implementation and hardware integration on industrial robots, cobots, and automation control hardware.
• Mentor and support junior staff to encourage technical excellence.
• This software centric role includes use of ROS/ROS-Industrial to create unique solutions that can be applied to a variety of applications; includes spec/programming and use of micro-controllers and/or RTOS platforms to realize functionality.
• Recommend approaches and lead proposal efforts in the areas where off the shelf solutions do not exist. Provide input into technical program areas. Work primarily at SwRI facilities/laboratories; meetings as well as deployment efforts may occur at commercial or gvt client sites.
• Visit https://robotics.swri.org to learn about some of the work we do.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Conceive, develop, and deploy robotic and automation software solutions for advanced manufacturing applications and perception-driven solutions.
• Design, build, debug and implement robotic and automation solutions. Spec, develop pipelines, and implement on hardware perception and perception enabled solutions for high mix environments.
• Develop and test advanced software solutions for manufacturing and industrial processes and technologies.
• Assist in preparing proposals and cost estimates. Meet with customers to promote new business and develop technical requirements.
• Guide work in areas such as object detection, pose estimation, motion planning, grasping, machine vision, mechatronics, system integration, and testing.

Requirements:

• Requires a Masters or a PhD in Robotics (must be in an Engineering Program), Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science or related with related experience
• 2+ years: Development of electromechanical and robotic systems from concept to deployment (full spectrum of robotic solution development)
• Development work using C, C++, or Python
• 1+ years: Machine vision and sensor calibration experience and use of sensing and perception to drive intelligent robot motions.
• 1+ years: Experience with a variety software development processes (Agile and Waterfall); Software/hardware integration & documentation; experience with development of device drivers and hardware interfaces, or desire to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and the ability to work well both individually and as a member of a project team
• A valid/clear driver's license is required

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

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