Robotics Engineer - ATAS - Open Rank

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The Systems Engineering Branch of the Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division (ISTD) at Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is searching for a Robotics Engineer with experience in creating innovative automation solutions for both industry and Government efforts in domains ranging from biomanufacturing, warehouse automation, aircraft maintenance, and agriculture. Our group is looking for graduates in computer/electrical/mechanical engineering, robotics, computer science, or related fields specializing in systems integration, software development, and development of novel automation solutions. You will be joining a growing branch and division, and responsibilities may include research into rapid prototyping, systems integration, and software engineering.

The candidate should be self-motivated, have demonstrated programming skills, follow software engineering best practices, and have a strong mathematical foundation and problem-solving skills.

ISTD is part of the Aerospace, Transportation, and Advanced Systems Lab (ATAS) of GTRI. ATAS conducts research for Government and industry customers in industrial robotics, medical robotics, unmanned systems, aerodynamics, radar and weapons systems, food processing technology, and modelling of social systems. ISTD's current focus is in supporting military logistics, space and biomanufacturing, and agricultural systems. https://fptd.gatech.edu

A robotics engineer develops the hardware and/or software that enables electro-mechanical systems to perform a series of tasks with little or no human involvement. The robotics engineer can develop the mechanical mechanisms that form the robot, integrate sensors such as cameras and LIDAR systems into the system, or develop the algorithms to allow the robot or autonomous system to sense its environment, plan its actions, and then execute the plan. This position contributes to the fundamental and applied understanding of robotic and autonomous systems. The robotics researcher develops the advanced autonomous planning, coordination, perception and control algorithms that enable a mobile robot or team of robots to operate in dynamic environments. The engineer can also interface with perceptual, actuation, communication and other systems to enable the robot to sense, plan actions, coordinate actions according to mission plans and execute the plans. This position may incorporate a fundamental understanding of robotic control and path planning as well as an applied understanding of robotics systems.

• Develop methods and tools to perform research tasks to meet project objectives Implement and test algorithms implementation on various platforms.
• Lead or contribute to the development of whitepapers and proposals to support a research area.
• Support sponsors and potential sponsors engagement.
• Primary author of sections technical reports/presentations of projects, journal articles, and conference presentations.

• Perform mechatronic design, system integration, fabrication and assembly of actuated systems.
• Develop software to support auxiliary system functions.

• Experience integrating and testing mechatronics and actuated systems.
• Electrical design experience.
• Knowledge of major programming languages (C++/python/etc.).

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience integrating and testing mechatronics and actuated systems.
• Electrical design experience.
• Knowledge of major programming languages (C++/python/etc.).

• <10% travel.

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical and Computer Engineering.
• 0 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

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