Robotics Engineer

Overview

In this Robotics Engineer role, you will develop and optimise core autonomy algorithms for Jacobsen vehicles, focusing on localisation, navigation and motion planning. You will help move prototypes toward field-ready autonomy and work closely with validation teams to improve real-world performance. The role combines algorithm design, system performance, and simulation to deliver production-grade autonomous capabilities. You’ll operate in a collaborative engineering environment that values practical impact and high-quality execution.

Pay / Benefits

• Work-life balance with every other Friday off
• 30 days annual leave
• Enhanced company pension
• Life assurance of four times annual salary
• Employee Assistance Program for you and family
• Access to Textron University self-service training

Responsibilities

• Develop localisation algorithms with sensor fusion (RTK GPS, IMU, LiDAR, camera) and fallback strategies
• Design and implement navigation and path planning, including coverage planning and route optimization
• Develop and optimise motion planning and trajectory generation for smoother turns and transitions
• Implement and tune algorithms such as A, Hybrid A, DWA, MPC
• Integrate autonomy algorithms into the ROS2 (or equivalent) stack
• Collaborate with Test & Validation to analyse field data, debug issues, and enhance performance
• Support development and validation using simulation and digital twin environments
• Performs other duties as required

Key requirements

• Experience with localisation, navigation, and motion planning algorithms
• Proficiency in C++ and/or Python
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 or similar frameworks
• Understanding of sensor fusion techniques
• Experience with real-time systems and algorithm optimization
• Self-motivating with minimal supervision
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Self-motivating
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Localisation, navigation and motion planning algorithms
• C++ and/or Python
• ROS/ROS2 or similar frameworks

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