Senior Robotics Engineer

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Overview

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop machine automation & autonomy software including perception, mapping, and path planning using geometric based, machine learning and fusion techniques
• Lead design, prototype, test, deploy and productionize automation & autonomy software
• Provide conceptual and strategic solutions to solve problems that are associated with automation & autonomy projects or evaluations
• Coach entry to mid-level engineers in robotics software development
• Complete of all aspects of software development including requirement review, effort estimation, design, reviews, programming, functional testing, and release.
• Design, program, and unit test efficient software that satisfies programming standards, conforms to defined architectural structure, and meets functional requirements.
• Design software interfaces to Integrate custom and COTS components: sensors, controllers etc.
• Develop and participate in programs for effective communication of engineering issues to ensure compliance with global standards for design and safety of products and services, as well as engineering best practices.
• Perform reviews and functional testing of peer software as needed to support team based agile software practices.
• Participate in system/architectural design efforts for core control software.
• Comply with version management and development branching policies using Git.
• Implement effective Change Management to achieve the desired organizational outcomes by successfully changing individual behaviors as needed.
• Some domestic, overseas travel and underground mines is possible.

Key Job Responsibilities

Qualifications/Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Vision, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science or Computer engineering degree
• BS with 8+ years’ (or) MS with 6+ years’ industry experience in Robotics or Autonomous vehicle domain including Perception, Path Planning and Positioning
• Extensive experience in robotics software development
• Hands-on programming experience in C++
• Experience working with sensors such as Lidars, Cameras and Radars
• Experience working in Linux environment

Additional Information

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.