Employment Opportunities

UDRI’s Rapid Applications of Advanced Manufacturing team is seeking an Associate Robotics Engineer with in mechanical and control system design for open chain robotic manipulators. This position is part of a dynamic team that primarily focuses on integration of industrial robotics with cutting-edge laser technologies for aerospace applications. Additionally, the team works on many smaller projects in more generalized automation and advanced manufacturing technology development technical areas.

As a key contributor, you will design, develop, and integrate solutions for autonomous robotic systems, specifically for use in industrial environments. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to create state-of-the-art robotic applications aimed at solving complex challenges in precision manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Develop robotic systems for advanced manufacturing applications.
• Integrate laser technology with robotic platforms to meet project-specific requirements.
• Design and implement advanced control algorithms for autonomous operation.
• Collaborate on robot simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments.
• Support robotic system integration for aerospace applications and other advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic integration for advanced manufacturing applications.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and technology delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with the design of custom 6-DoF robotic arms for use in mobile robotics
• Strong proficiency in mechanical design, modelling, and controls for open chain robotic manipulators.
• Experience with aerospace systems testing.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ programming for robotic applications
• Strong proficiency in CAD programming and modeling for aerospace applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. Federal Government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Experience with Capstan Drive dynamics
• Proficiency in system integration for automation of industrial processes
• Familiarity with Laser processes, specifically femtosecond laser processes
• Knowledge of safety standards for industrial robots (e.g., ISO 10218, RIA R15.06)

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.