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Robotics Research Engineer Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

About Georgia Tech Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of ... Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related ...

... engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty ... Robotics Laboratory, and to the professional and research development of its students.

We are seeking an Engineering Technician to join our dynamic team, supporting the production ... * R&D Project Builds & Testing: Assist in the assembly, testing, and debugging of robotic ...

... application engineers, and Omron product marketing. Robotics Business Development Managers are ... Conduct market research to understand industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive ...

Senior Controls Engineer (Federal)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$93K - $123K/yr

This is a highly impactful role for an engineer with deep expertise in control theory and robot safety who can translate advanced research into robust, field-ready solutions. 1. Vehicle Planning and ...

Controls Engineering Manager

Suwanee, GA

$77K - $100K/yr

Our technology gives robots perception and awareness, enabling them to take on more advanced tasks ... Work experience in design, research, and/or development in a warehousing related company * Hands-on ...

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How much do robotics research engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for robotics research engineer in Georgia is $89,171.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $107,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a robotics research engineer do?

A Robotics Research Engineer designs, develops, and tests robotic systems by integrating hardware and software for automation and intelligent behavior. They conduct research to improve robotic capabilities in areas such as perception, control, and machine learning. Their work involves programming, simulation, and experimentation to enhance robot performance for applications in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and space exploration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a robotics research engineer?

To thrive as a Robotics Research Engineer, you need strong knowledge in robotics, control systems, programming (such as C++ or Python), and a relevant degree in engineering or computer science. Experience with simulation tools (like ROS or Gazebo), machine learning frameworks, and sometimes certifications in robotics or AI are valuable assets. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective technical communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills are essential for innovating, troubleshooting, and successfully collaborating on complex robotic projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Robotics Research Engineer jobs in Georgia? The most popular types of Robotics Research Engineer jobs in Georgia are:
Infographic showing various Robotics Research Engineer job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,171 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Sr. Robotics Engineer - Integration

Optimal Inc.

Embry Hills, GA

$102K - $137K/yr

Contractor

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Sr. Robotics Engineer - Integration

Work Arrangement:
Onsite - This position requires the employee to be onsite full-time. The primary work location will be in Warren, MI.

The Role:
We are looking for a Robotics Engineer - Integration to join our Robotics Technology Development Team within the Autonomous Robotics Center organization. This role is focused on building a reproducible, deployable and efficient robotics solution to perform specific tasks while improving ergonomics, reducing lineside material-handling labor, protecting throughput, and creating a standardized deployment pattern across plants.

This engineer will work across requirements consolidation, concept development, detailed design, build and integration, pilot commissioning, validation, and deployment standardization. The role spans robotics, perception, EOAT, safety, controls, plant integration, and pilot-scale execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop robotics software systems that integrate capabilities from multiple research and engineering teams into a unified end-to-end pipeline.
  • Own the architecture and implementation of the information flow across perception, planning, environmental understanding, controls, and execution systems.
  • Build and maintain ROS-based software pipelines for real-world and simulation-based robotics applications.
  • Define software interfaces, message structures, data contracts, and system interactions required for reliable multi-module integration.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to translate research outputs into scalable, maintainable, and production-ready software components.
  • Develop and integrate components related to perception, motion planning, situational/environmental awareness, robot control, and system coordination.
  • Lead end-to-end system bring-up, integration, debugging, and validation across simulation and physical hardware environments.
  • Create and execute test strategies for module-level, subsystem-level, and end-to-end validation.
  • Establish robust logging, monitoring, diagnostics, and observability mechanisms for deployed robotics systems.
  • Support containerized and reproducible deployment workflows using Docker-based environments and modern software delivery practices.
  • Improve reliability, maintainability, and scalability of the robotics stack through thoughtful architecture, tooling, and development standards.
  • Document system behavior, design decisions, integration patterns, and deployment workflows to support long-term reuse and team collaboration

Success Criteria:

  • Delivering a reliable end-to-end robotics integration pipeline that connects work from multiple technical domains into a cohesive system.
  • Creating clear and scalable information flow across perception, planning, controls, and execution.
  • Enabling robust testing, validation, and repeatable deployment in both simulation and real-world environments.
  • Improving system observability through strong logging, monitoring, and diagnostics, and producing maintainable, reusable software patterns that accelerate future robotics development and deployment.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in robotics software or systems integration.
  • Strong background in AI model deployment, Industrial ROS2, and hardware-software integration.
  • Experience working with collaborative robots, sensors, and real-world task workflows.
  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Excellent system-level debugging, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Hands-on experience with robots (UR, Fanuc, etc.), simulation (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac Sim) and HIL/SIL testing.
  • Demonstrated success integrating and deploying prototype robotic systems.
  • Understanding of industrial safety, compliance standards, and risk-mitigation practices.