Robotics Engineer: Motion & Control Systems
6. Ecobot
Develop cutting-edge robotics systems, from autonomous navigation to SLAM, while working with high-end hardware and real-world challenges.
Responsibilities & Tasks
Design and optimize motor control algorithms for autonomous navigation
Develop real-time motion planning using ROS2
Implement SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) for object and environment mapping
Integrate robotic actuators (arms, grippers) for waste collection and sorting
General Responsibilities: Attend weekly/bi-weekly departmental & organizational RoboTUM meetings, as well as occasional spontaneous meetings as needed. Answer emails and messages within 24 hours (be comfortable using Slack). Adhere to RoboTUM policies and be willing to help when the team needs you.
Position Benefits
Work with high-end hardware (NVIDIA Jetson, LiDAR, Maxon Motors)
Exclusive networking with robotics companies & AI researchers
Internship & job referral opportunities through partnerships
Minimum Qualifications
Basics of robot kinematics and dynamics
Familiarity with Python/C++ and embedded systems
Ideal Qualifications
Experience with ROS2, Gazebo, and SLAM
Strong knowledge of control theory, PID tuning, and path planning
Hands-on experience with motor drivers
Estimated Time Commitment:
8-10 hours/week