Robot Application Engineer Job at Capsen Robotics (Pittsburgh)

Application Engineer

Chef Robotics is seeking an Applications Engineer to serve as the vital link bet...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS or MS in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
2+ years of experience in applications engineering, deployment, solutions engineering, field robotics or a similar customer-facing technical role
Prior experience in at least one of the following: robotics, motion planning, perception, controls or automation systems.
Willingness to travel up to 75% across North America to support customer deployments and on-site work
Familiarity with Linux/Unix, Robot Operating System (ROS), and scripting in Python.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills - comfortable collaborating across technical and operations teams both internally and with customers
Able to work independently and with minimal supervision
Must be available to work a flexible schedule to support customers, including some weekend, nights and on-call hours

Job Responsibility

Partner with Sales and Product teams during early customer engagements to assess customer needs, identify opportunities, and evaluate technical feasibility.
Work directly with customers’ engineering and operations teams to understand their processes, challenges and success metrics.
Configure, test, and validate Chef’s robotic systems in the lab, working closely with R&D to adapt to each customer’s unique production environment.
Lead and project manage deployments, coordinating across Chef’s engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure smooth installations.
Lead on-site deployments, including installation, qualification testing, and production hardening
Work hands-on with the systems to test new software, configurations and resolve break fix hardware repairs.
Provide post-deployment support to ensure customer satisfaction and identify opportunities for product and feature expansion.
Capture customer feedback and translate it into actionable insights for Chef’s product and engineering teams.
Serve as the technical face of Chef Robotics representing our engineering rigor, problem-solving mindset and commitment to customer success.

What we offer

Be part of a mission-driven team transforming one of the world’s largest industries.
Work hands-on with cutting edge robotic systems solving real world problems.
Collaborate with a world class, cross functional team of roboticists, engineers and operators.
Build rare, multidisciplinary expertise at the intersection of robotics, operations and customer success.
Benefit from professional growth with exposure to both leadership and technical career paths.

Fulltime

Security Engineer, Application Security

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our huma...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

150000.00 - 350000.00 USD / Year

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in several of the following application security domains: penetration testing, vulnerability research, security assessment, secure coding practices, security architecture & design, hardware security
Strong software engineering (not scripting or automation) skills in C/C++, Rust, Golang, Python or similar
Experience with securing embedded systems, including secure boot, secure identity, OTA, or others
Solid foundation in web security, mobile security, or cryptography
Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders whilst prioritizing tasks and work independently under minimal supervision.
BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent years of experience in a related technical field
3+ years of experience in the field of application security or related security role
Passion for learning and helping others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Conduct security assessments of applications, embedded systems, back-end services, and business integrations, as well as build tooling for a secure development lifecycle
Design technical solutions to mitigate security weaknesses on the robot and our service stack. Work with teams across the company to implement them.
Build frameworks and systems to prevent classes of vulnerabilities
Hunt for vulnerabilities and insecure coding patterns on our product stack (backend services and robot internal systems)
Be a champion for security and user privacy

Fulltime

Robotic Safety Engineer

We are looking for a Robotic Safety Engineer to define the safety strategies and...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of experience getting products through safety certification
Extensive experience in safety engineering on various robotic systems, with a focus on safety-critical functions in consumer applications
Knowledge of and experience in consumer products safety and liability, as these apply to hardware and robotics.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems related to robotics and passion for cutting edge technology
Ability to work independently, while also effectively collaborating across multiple organizations
Ability to think critically to develop innovative solutions to novel and unique safety challenges
Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and make design and development decisions to enhance safety
Track record of obtaining NRTL safety certifications for commercialized products
In depth knowledge of industrial robotics and safety standards such as R15.06, R15.08, IEC 62061 and IEC 61508

Job Responsibility

Create and implement a holistic strategy for consumer safety in the home in consultation with products safety and liability counsel
Lead the assessment and acquisition of applicable product safety certifications for robotic systems, applying professional judgment to navigate new and evolving regulatory frameworks to ensure full compliance while fostering innovation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate safety requirements and develop synergy between safety activities and development activities
Apply industry-standard safety methodologies to contribute to the development and architectural design, supporting the deployment of humanoid robot prototypes and safety-critical systems in the home and commercial environments
Perform safety activities in coordination with design, development, and verification of robotic systems, including generating safety artifacts such as safety plans, risk analysis and reliability assessments
Strategically integrate safety considerations throughout the product development lifecycle, from design to deployment

Senior Robotics Engineer

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer on the Real‑Time Software Team, you will ...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

137861.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of professional software engineering experience in a relevant robotics field
Excellence in C++ and strong proficiency in other programming languages
Experience with Linux deployed in hardware‑oriented products (e.g., IoT devices, robots, drones, automotive)
Thorough understanding of object‑oriented programming, real‑time programming, linear algebra, data structures, and algorithms
Experience with product development practices including release mechanisms, continuous integration, and continuous deployment
Strong Linux system‑level knowledge: kernel tuning, process scheduling, memory management for optimized performance in robotics applications (preferred)
Solid understanding of rigid body dynamics and numerical optimization techniques, with application to real‑time systems (preferred)
Experience writing embedded C for interfacing with sensors or actuators and other parts of the embedded stack (preferred)
Hands‑on with robotics hardware
having built your own robot or tinker with hardware in spare time (preferred)

Job Responsibility

Develop production‑grade, real‑time C++ software for robust control systems
Design efficient algorithms for state estimation
Create tooling for system identification, precise calibration of actuators, transmissions, and full‑body kinematics
Integrate hardware components and evaluate sensors for seamless functionality
Build hardware bring‑up and debugging tools
Develop software for robot health monitoring, visualization, and logging
Build and maintain APIs for other software components to command and control the robot

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Test

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Test at Chef Robotics, you'll develop co...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
7+ years of professional experience in robotics software development, perception systems, or testing
Expert-level programming skills in Python with advanced software engineering capabilities
Extensive experience with robotics simulation environments (Gazebo, PyBullet, MuJoCo, or similar)
Strong background in computer vision and perception system development and testing
Deep familiarity with robot control systems, motion planning, and real-time robotics software
Proven experience with CI/CD pipeline development and test automation frameworks
Advanced understanding of test automation principles, methodologies, and best practices
Deep understanding of robotics kinematics, dynamics, and control systems with practical testing experience
Extensive experience with computer vision algorithms, image processing, and perception pipeline testing

Job Responsibility

Robotics Test Framework Development
Design and implement automated testing frameworks for robot motion planning and control systems
Develop advanced evaluation frameworks for core robot behaviors over hundreds of scenarios
Develop advanced validation frameworks for real-time control loop performance and stability across diverse operational conditions
Build sophisticated test harnesses for hardware-software integration validation
Architect simulation environments for testing robotic behavior without physical hardware dependencies
Perception System Testing & Validation
Design and implement comprehensive testing frameworks for computer vision algorithms and perception pipelines
Create automated test suites for object detection, segmentation, and classification in food production environments
Develop validation systems for camera calibration and depth estimation accuracy

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance
commuter benefits
flexible paid time off (PTO)
catered lunch
401(k) matching
early-stage equity

Fulltime

Founding Robotics Engineer (R&D)

geCKo Materials is looking for a Robotics Engineer (R&D) to join our growing tea...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

geCKo Materials

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Mechatronics: ROS, Linux, controls, system integration
Programming: C++, Python, MATLAB
Electronics: circuit building and troubleshooting
Proficient with CAD
Prototyping, to include tools such as CNC machining, laser cutter, 3D printer, etc
Proficient in creating, reviewing, and editing of relevant technical documents
Industrial robot programming
Proven record of accomplishment in robotics R&D
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Develop specialized end of arm tooling for robot arms
Design, build, and implement manufacturing automation machines and processes
Design of Experiment and test apparatus creation for quality control and product testing
Work cross-functionally with manufacturing and applications engineers as a robotics SME
Provide recommendations on design and manufacturing procedures leading to new product launches
Conduct detailed research and record findings
Create and maintain relevant technical documentation
Demonstrate excellent time management skills for on-time delivery of assignments
Take ownership of and manage projects as assigned

What we offer

Health
Vision
Dental
401k
Paid volunteering opportunities

Application Engineer

Our client, a leading international industrial company, is looking for a technic...

Location

Germany , Hamburg

Salary:

Not provided

Diepeveen and partners

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in product development, process engineering, automation, or production environments – ideally in the automotive industry
Experience managing multiple technical stakeholders (customers, suppliers, integrators)
Knowledge of automation systems, production processes, and CAD tools
experience with SPS / robot programming is a strong advantage
Entrepreneurial, business development-oriented mindset with strong technical curiosity
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a customer-centric approach
Fluent in English, and basic German skills required

Job Responsibility

Lead and coordinate technical projects from concept through implementation, working closely with customers, suppliers, and automation integrators
Design and develop application processes for automation and production line solutions used in industrial and automotive environments
Serve as a technical interface between engineering, production, and business stakeholders, ensuring smooth process integration and optimization
Work directly with line managers and process engineers to identify efficiency improvements and implement practical solutions
Manage relationships with suppliers and technical partners during prototype and serial production phases
Support technical benchmarking and product development discussions, providing insights to internal and external teams
Deliver technical presentations and trainings to customers and internal colleagues when needed

Systems Support Engineer

Chef is seeking Systems Support Engineers to serve as a vital link between our c...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

140000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS, MS, in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 3+ years' experience in a customer-facing role in applications engineering, deployment, solutions engineering, or similar roles
Prior experience in two or more of the following areas: machine learning, motion planning, robotics, computer vision, or control
Prior experience with at least one of the following areas: product engineering, applications engineering, solutions engineering, sales engineering, forward deployed engineering
Prior experience in API integrations for Support tooling development
Demonstrated track record of shipping products quickly and efficiently
Able to work independently and with minimal supervision
Ability to travel at least 75% of your time is required
Must be available to work a flexible schedule to support customers, including some weekends, nights, and on-call hours
Familiar with Linux/Unix and/or Robot Operating System (ROS)

Job Responsibility

Act as the face of Chef Robotics in the field, leading the in-field deployment and support of Chef’s robotic systems at customer sites
Investigate customer issues, triage incoming tickets with relevant data, investigate to determine a fix and deploy fixes or mitigations
Collaborate with Chef’s Applications and Engineering teams to prioritize to resolve production blocking issues
Execute field break/fix hardware repairs and deploy and test new software
Work with Chef’s Customer Success team to improve existing performance and to develop and test new tasks for the robot
Serve as a touchpoint for the customer to ensure they have a great experience with our team and our product
Willingness to be hands-on with in system break/fix
Prepare and develop technical presentations to explain our company's products or services to customers

Fulltime

Robot Application Engineer

Capsen Robotics

Location:
United States , Pittsburgh

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

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