Senior Robotics Engineer (Manipulator Gripper)

Your Mission

This position is responsible for designing and developing innovative robotic manipulation solutions, including gripper technologies, to optimize manufacturing processes within Hyundai. The role involves researching, developing, and deploying the most suitable static or mobile robotic manipulation strategies along with the necessary mechatronic solutions, including system designs and peripherals. The incumbent will collaborate with a talented team of researchers and engineers, leveraging expertise in mechatronic system design, development, testing, and analysis to push the boundaries of the proposed solutions.

What To Expect

• Lead the mechatronic design of custom static/mobile robotic manipulation solutions with grippers within Hyundai.
• Collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams, including business owners and robotics engineers, to formulate requirements, design, and test custom robotic solutions.
• Initiate new ideas, strategies, and concepts for robotic solutions.
• Define mechatronic system specifications for robotic solutions to meet factory manufacturing process requirements.
• Develop mechatronic system designs that meet system specifications while considering cost, manufacturability, and time to delivery.
• Engage and manage external collaborators and vendors to scope projects, evaluate system proposals, coordinate work tasks, advise on standards and design, control costs, and review deliverables in a timely manner.
• Regularly review plans, progress, designs, and test results of robotic mechatronic systems with business owners and stakeholders at all levels.
• Create and manage 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and schematic diagrams for robotic mechatronic systems from concept through development to deployment.
• Perform hand calculations and/or computer simulations to validate designs throughout the system development process, backed by lab-based testing and validation.
• Develop and implement electronic or control circuits and algorithms for electromechanical and pneumatic systems.
• Build and assemble proof-of-concept (PoC) prototypes, minimum viable product (MVP) prototypes, and deployment-ready robots using rapid prototyping and conventional manufacturing methods. Integrate essential mechanisms, sensors, actuators, and electronics into these prototypes and robots.
• Develop test plans, create test rigs, conduct experiments, and analyze test results for robotic mechatronic systems to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Document technical reports, system manuals, and file patents.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant discipline, with more than seven years of experience in mechatronics design and development.
• Strong understanding of robotic manipulators, robotic grippers, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), mechanisms, sensors, and robotic components.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical engineering design principles, hands-on prototyping, practical and methodical product/technology development, and a pragmatic approach to balancing cost and value.
• Proven experience in delivering innovative design solutions with strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects with effective organizational and follow-up skills and attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritize tasks, and coordinate work with others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professionally and responsively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAE tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX, Ansys, Abaqus, NASTRAN).
• Knowledge of control systems (e.g., PID, PWM, PLC), sensors, actuators (electromechanical/pneumatic), and electronics.
• Ability to program microcontrollers and design basic electrical circuits.
• Capability to contribute effectively to design review processes, provide expert technical insights, and drive continuous improvements in design practices.
• Experience with a wide variety of manufacturing processes, including low, medium, and high-volume production.
• Familiarity with industry safety standards for machinery and robots is a plus.
• Experience with ROS, Gazebo, or similar simulation environments is a plus.