Principal Embodied AI Engineer

Job Description:

Join our Team: Principal Embodied AI Engineer, On-Site
Redmond, Washington

Join our team at Genie and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Principal Embodied AI Engineer to contribute to the Genie team in Redmond.

At Genie we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

As a Principal Embodied AI Engineer, you will be a technical leader responsible for designing and implementing advanced AI systems for perception, control, and decision-making in Genie Lift’s intelligent equipment. You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to architect scalable, real-time AI solutions for autonomous and semi-autonomous industrial applications. This role requires deep expertise in AI, robotics, and embedded intelligence to push the boundaries of industrial automation. 

What you’ll do

• Define and lead the technical vision for AI-driven perception, control, and decision-making systems in Genie Lift’s intelligent machinery. 

• Architect and develop advanced machine learning and computer vision algorithms for object detection, pose estimation, and autonomous navigation. 

• Design AI-driven human-machine interaction (HMI) and adaptive control systems for safer and more intuitive operator experiences. 

• Lead research and development efforts on reinforcement learning, deep learning, and behavior-based AI for real-time embedded applications. 

• Optimize AI models for edge deployment, real-time processing, and power efficiency. 

• Guide the integration of AI with embedded systems, industrial IoT, and sensor fusion technologies. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and regulatory requirements. 

• Mentor and guide junior engineers and researchers in AI methodologies and best practices. 

• Contribute to patents, research publications, and industry thought leadership. 

What you’ll bring

• Master's or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a formal degree.
• 7+ years of experience in AI-driven robotics, embodied intelligence, or autonomous systems development. 

• Strong proficiency in Python and C++, with experience in ROS (Robot Operating System) and real-time embedded systems. 

• Deep knowledge of reinforcement learning, computer vision, sensor fusion, and motion planning algorithms. 

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and technical mentorship abilities. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with AI safety, explainable AI, and human-robot collaboration. 

• Expertise in SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), path planning, and advanced control systems. 

• Knowledge of industrial safety standards (ISO 13849, ANSI B56.5, etc.). 

• Experience deploying AI models to the cloud and edge computing environments. 

• Previous leadership experience in an AI, robotics, or automation-focused team. 

• Experience with industrial automation, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), or heavy machinery. 

• Track record of designing and deploying AI models in production environments. 

• Experience developing training models for physics based simulation in tools such as Isaac Sim 

• Experience working with the Nvidia Jeston family 

• Deep understanding of design tradeoffs and uses between manipulator designs 

• Deep understanding of the design and function of a 7 DOF robotic arm 

• Deep understanding of AI model selection, training and optimization techniques 
  Familiarity with industrial automation, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), or heavy machinery 

• Understanding version control (Git), unit testing, debugging, and performance optimization. 

• 5+ years experience of Supervised & Unsupervised Learning – Classification, regression, clustering, dimensionality reduction. 

• 5+ years experience of Neural Networks & Deep Learning – Understanding architectures like CNNs, RNNs, LSTMs, Transformers. 

• 5+ years experience of Reinforcement Learning – Used in robotics and autonomous decision-making. 

• 5+ years experience of ML Frameworks & Libraries – TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, OpenCV. 
• Expertise in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenCV. 

Why Join Us

• We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
• Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
• Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
• We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
• We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
• Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
• For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate

The salary range for this position is $209,000-$265,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com. 

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.