Humanoid Robotics Engineer
Lake Mary, FL | Full-Time | On-Site
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Humanoid Robotics Engineer to design, prototype, and validate locomotion, manipulation, and safety systems for a next‑generation humanoid platform. This is a hands‑on, lab‑centric role where you’ll own features end‑to‑end—from simulation and controls algorithms to on‑robot bring‑up, testing, and field deployment.
What You’ll Do
- Develop whole‑body control, gait generation, balance / recovery, and fall‑safe behaviors
- Build sensor fusion pipelines and robust state estimation (IMU, LiDAR, encoders, depth / RGB)
- Plan and execute dexterous grasping, tool use, and compliant control with tactile feedback
- Architect ROS 2‑based stacks, real‑time nodes, and hardware interfaces (CAN / EtherCAT)
- Implement safety monitors, fault detection, and contribute to ISO / ANSI compliance standards
- Create high‑fidelity simulations (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, MuJoCo) and validate sim‑to‑real transfer
- Collaborate on hardware design (actuators, transmissions, sensors) and rapid prototyping
- Document designs, test reports, and maintain traceability across revisions
What We’re Looking For
BS / MS / PhD in Robotics, EE, ME, CS, or related field5+ years hands‑on experience in humanoid robot engineering and prototypingStrong C++ (14 / 17) and Python; proficiency with ROS 2 and real‑time systemsExpertise in multibody dynamics, control theory (LQR / MPC / impedance), and state estimation (EKF / UKF)Experience with EtherCAT / CAN devices, motor control, and safety‑rated I / OProven on‑robot bring‑up / debugging in lab environmentsPreferred : experience in legged locomotion, dexterous manipulation, tactile sensing, GPU acceleration, ML for control / perception, and safety analysisTools & Tech
ROS 2 | Gazebo | Isaac Sim | MuJoCo | Eigen | Pinocchio | CasADi | OSQP | CMake | Git | CI / CD | Docker
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary + BONUS + stock awardsComprehensive medical, dental & vision insuranceCompany‑paid life & disability coverageHealth savings & flexible spending accounts401(k) planPaid vacation, sick time, and holidaysEmployee assistance programPet insurance