Senior Robotics System Engineer

Company description:

Changi Airport Group (CAG) is the manager of Singapore Changi Airport, a leading air hub in Asia and one of the world's most awarded airports. As airport manager, CAG performs the key functions of airport operations, air hub development, retail and commercial activities, infrastructure development and airport emergency services. CAG also manages Seletar Airport, and through its subsidiary, Changi Airports International, it takes Changi's presence beyond Singapore's shores through consultancy projects and investments in foreign airports. Come join us today

Job description:

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Robotics System Engineer to lead the development and integration of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) systems for our innovative cleaning solution. This role focuses on the mobile base platform that will operate in challenging airport environments, requiring expertise in both hardware integration and software systems for navigation, control, and multi-vendor coordination.

Primary Responsibilities

As the Senior Robotics System Engineer for the AMR platform, you will take complete ownership of the mobile base system from concept through deployment. You will serve as the primary technical interface with navigation software, driver support, hardware base platforms electrical designs and sensor integrations. You will also be responsible for managing the transition from prototype to mass production and overseeing large-scale deployments across airport facilities.

• Define requirements for differential drive or omni-directional drive systems that operate with customized requirements
• Specify and integrate navigation sensors including LiDAR, cameras, and IMU systems with navigation stack
• Design comprehensive power distribution systems, electrical drawings for the mobile base, cleaning tools with appropriate safety systems
• Oversee the transition from prototype development to small volume production, working closely with contract manufacturers to establish production lines
• Customize navigation software to support cleaning tasks adaptation and ease of use for ground operators
• Develop control software to coordinate cleaning payloads
• Conduct extensive testing in simulated and real environments to ensure 99% uptime in demanding cleaning applications
• Transition systems from prototype to production-ready designs with appropriate manufacturing documentation
• Provide technical support during manufacturing ramp-up and quality validation processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience in robotics system development, including at least three years specifically in AMR or AGV development
• Demonstrated experience with deploying multiple robotic systems in commercial or industrial settings
• Experience in SLAM, path planning, and localization algorithms for autonomous navigation
• Proven experience in actuators, sensors, power systems, and mechanical integration for robotic platforms
• Proficiency in ROS/ROS2, C++, Python, and real-time control systems development
• Hands-on experience with robot installation, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting
• Experience with OpenCV and industrial vision systems for robotic applications
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) principles
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and production line optimization
• Experience with service robots in commercial or industrial environments with proven reliability requirements
• Track record of successful integration across multiple technology vendors and suppliers
• Knowledge of ISO 13482 Service Robot Safety standards and relevant safety regulations
• Knowledge of supply chain management, component sourcing, and vendor qualification processes