A*STAR - Agency For Science, Technology And Research Hiring! Full Time Senior Development Engineer - Robotic Systems in - Ricebowl

ARTC is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to join the Autonomous Systems & Robotics (ASR) group and develop intelligent reconfigurable robotic systems for industrial adoption. You will lead industrial robotic R&D projects for applications in different industry sectors, working with technical and industry partners from scoping through validation, deployment and technology transfer.

This role suits candidates who are passionate about hands-on robotic systems development, applied research and industrial deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary robotic systems R&D projects with scientists, engineers, students, collaborators and industry partners
• Engage stakeholders to define operational challenges, requirements, constraints and business objectives; evaluate emerging robotics, AI, software and automation technologies
• Develop and validate intelligent systems using simulation and physical prototypes
• Develop and integrate robot programs and modules for AI-enabled perception, planning, task orchestration and control
• Conceptualize solutions for complex manipulation needs; prepare proposals, plans, estimates and roadmaps
• Work with system integrators and vendors to deploy solutions in factories, warehouses and labs, produce technical documentation and present project deliverables
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Robotic Systems or a related engineering discipline
• At least 5 years’ experience developing robotics and automation systems
• Exceptional fresh graduates with demonstrated hands-on experience in robotic manipulation with Physical AI & simulation may be considered
• Ability to independently lead full-lifecycle R&D projects and make original technical contributions beyond integration
• Strong hands-on experience with industrial robots, cobots, mobile manipulators, humanoids or related platforms
• Experience in programming manipulation applications—such as picking, packing, assembly, disassembly, machine tending, dispensing or material handling—using ABB RAPID, URScript, KUKA KRL etc
• Mobile robotics-only experience (e.g., navigation, SLAM) is insufficient and will not be considered, unless complemented by strong manipulation experience
• Proficiency in Python and/or C/C++, with experience in technical scoping, proposal development, effort estimation and solution conceptualization
• Experience developing robotic software or algorithms for task/skill orchestration, motion planning, control or autonomous execution
• Familiarity with robotic simulators - ABB RobotStudio, Visual Components, Siemens Process Simulate, Gazebo, Isaac Sim or equivalent
• Experience integrating perception, planning, manipulation and control to realize complete robotic systems
  
  

Additional Skills & Experience

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing sectors - semiconductor, aerospace, FMCG, biomedical/biopharma or energy
• Knowledge of ROS/ROS 2, AI/ML, computer vision, digital twins, industrial UI/UX
• Experience with physical or embodied AI systems (perception, planning and action), dexterous manipulation, multi-arm coordination or deformable object handling will be a plus
  
  

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, ownership, teamwork, project and time management skills
• Adaptable, self-motivated and comfortable learning new tech and working across robotics, AI, software and mechanical engineering for manufacturing applications