Job Details

Job Title
Robotics Research Engineer (Level I, II, III)

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering

Department
Deputy Director-Ambrose

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Bryan, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Who we are

Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

Under general supervision, the Robotics Research Engineer evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering research techniques, procedures, and criteria in the development of robotic systems. Research Engineers perform engineering research involving a mix of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering on projects ranging from terrestrial to space robotics. Research Engineers are often given a large amount of autonomy and are expected to work well in multidisciplinary teams consisting of university students, professors of practice, and other full-time professionals

Responsibilities:

• Designs, analyzes, builds, and tests special-purpose equipment and/or instrumentation for research purposes in robotics.
• Plans and conducts engineering research requiring independent judgement in the evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard engineering and scientific techniques.
• Designs and performs engineering experiments, tests, and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance.
• Manages significant projects which may require the use of sophisticated project planning techniques.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the work of a project of moderate scope.
• Reviews and evaluates results and conclusions of research projects.
• Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
• Identifies grant/project extensions and persuades customers/grantors to fund; impacts customer decisions and strategies. May initiate new project concepts and seek funding; develops technical proposals and makes presentations to potential customers/grant sponsors.

Qualifications*

We are recruiting for a level I, II, or III Research Engineer to support the Robotics and Automation Design Lab.

Minimum qualifications for a Research Engineer I:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum qualifications for a Research Engineer II:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

Minimum qualifications for a Research Engineer III:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.

The well-qualified candidates would possess the following:

• Experience working with components of robotic systems (e.g., sensors, actuators, microcontrollers).
• Experience designing, building, programming, or controlling real robotic hardware.
• Knowledge of relevant state-of-the-art technological developments, equipment, system and/or trends in robotics.
• Knowledge of engineering and/or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols.
• Knowledge of software, including ROS, C, C++, JavaScript, Python, and Git
• Knowledge of computer-aided drafting techniques, and design, including SOLIDWORKS.
• Knowledge of electronics, PCB design and Altium design software.
• Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on research data and findings.
• Ability to design, organize, and coordinate scientific and/or engineering research projects.
• Ability to conduct systematic analysis and develop solutions to scientific problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Experience directing small teams of junior researchers for focused development and implementation
• Experience collaborating with faculty, research engineers and stakeholders to identify end-user requirements and specifications
• Experience participating in demonstrations to stakeholders, reviews and evaluations of results, and establishing conclusions based on capability performance
• Portfolio examples of at least two of the following:
• a. Computer-Aided Design (CAD) skills in SOLIDWORKS or similar
• b. C++ or Python development using the Robot Operating System (ROS) framework
• c. Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design skills in Altium or similar
• d. Research related to identification, modeling, or control of a non-linear system
• e. Successful design, build, and testing of a robotic system

Other Requirements:

• This position is security sensitive and requires United States Citizenship only.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.