AI / Robotics Safety Research Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Onsite (LAKE MARY, FL)

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join The Microvast Team (NASDAQ : MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops, and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities, which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website : www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Job Description

We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented AI / Robotics Safety Research Engineer to join our interdisciplinary team working on next-generation autonomous systems. This role focuses on developing algorithms, simulations, and safety mechanisms for intelligent robotic systems, including real-time power management, fault detection, and safe control under uncertain environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement simulation models for robotic safety scenarios
• Develop safety-critical AI algorithms for robotic control and fail-safe behavior
• Collaborate with hardware teams to evaluate robot power supply systems and real-time control loops
• Analyze system performance using digital twin or simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, PyBullet, ROS)
• Create software interfaces and integrate safety protocols into robotic operating frameworks
• Perform risk assessment and root-cause failure analysis on autonomous behaviors
• Document system design, test results, and collaborate on technical publications or patents

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Experience Required

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Microvast employee, you are eligible for the following benefits :

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.