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ApolloTech MSI

Electrical Engineer

Long Valley, NJ · On-site

... and robotics applications. You will collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, software ... Your responsibilities will include schematic design, PCB layout oversight, circuit simulation, and ...

ApolloTech MSI

Electrical Engineer

NJ · On-site

... and robotics applications. You will collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, software ... Your responsibilities will include schematic design, PCB layout oversight, circuit simulation, and ...

Rutgers University

NJ · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Experience in deep learning for image and point cloud data processing, time series prediction, digital twin, geospatial mapping with vehicular/UAV remote sensing, robotic systems, crowd simulation ...

CarePoint Health

Perioperative Nurse Educator

Bayonne, NJ · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision ... and simulation and role playing. * This educator must possess professional communication and ...

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What is robotics simulation?

Robotics simulation is the use of computer software to model and test the behavior of robots in a virtual environment. This allows engineers and researchers to design, program, and optimize robots without needing physical prototypes, saving time and resources. Simulations can replicate real-world conditions, enabling the analysis of robot movement, sensor data, and task performance before implementation. Robotics simulation is commonly used in developing autonomous systems, industrial automation, and research applications.

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

To thrive as a Robotics Simulation Engineer, you need a strong background in robotics, computer science, and mathematics, often supported by a relevant degree such as electrical engineering or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with simulation tools like Gazebo, ROS (Robot Operating System), MATLAB/Simulink, and programming languages such as Python or C++ is essential. Problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are key soft skills that help in designing and refining complex simulation models. These abilities are crucial for creating accurate simulations that accelerate development, testing, and deployment of robotic systems.

What are some typical challenges faced when working in robotics simulation, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in robotics simulation often encounter challenges such as accurately modeling real-world physics, ensuring simulation fidelity, and integrating with hardware or software systems. Addressing these requires a strong understanding of both robotics and simulation tools, as well as effective collaboration with engineers, software developers, and testers. Staying updated with advancements in simulation platforms and maintaining clear documentation are key strategies to overcome these challenges and ensure the simulations provide meaningful insights for development and testing.

What is the difference between Robotics Simulation vs Robotics Software Engineer?

AspectRobotics SimulationRobotics Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Robotics, Computer Science, or related; experience with simulation toolsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Robotics, or related; programming skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, simulation platforms, development teamsSoftware development teams, robotics companies, tech firms
Industry UsageTesting algorithms, virtual prototyping, system validationDeveloping robot control software, algorithms, and integration
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Robotics Simulation focuses on creating virtual environments to test and validate robotic systems, while Robotics Software Engineers develop the actual software that controls robots. Both roles often collaborate but serve different stages of robotics development, with simulation emphasizing testing and validation, and software engineering focusing on implementation and coding.

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Infographic showing various Robotics Simulation job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

Embodied AI Researcher (R&D Lab)

LG Electronics

Englewood Cliffs, NJ • On-site

$150K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
About the Team - LG's Emerging Technology Lab
LG's Emerging Technology Lab (ETL) is the catalyst for technological innovation within LG's CTO organization. Located in the Silicon Valley and New Jersey, we drive excellence across CTO organizations and business units by pioneering in select emerging technology areas. As the Center of Excellence (CoE), we define and shape key technology domains, setting strategic directions that foster impactful internal and external partnerships to deliver measurable business value.
About the Position - Embodied AI Researcher
We are seeking an exceptional Embodied AI Researcher to help realize LG's vision of the Zero-labor Home. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to develop generalist robot intelligence and deploy it at scale in next-generation LG home robot platforms. You will work at the frontier of embodied intelligence while seeing your research transition into real-world products used by millions.
What You Will Do:
  • Conduct fundamental and applied research to advance the state of the art in Embodied AI, with the support to publish at top-tier conferences and contribute to the broader scientific community.
  • Develop next-generation Robot Foundation Models to advance robot capabilities such as 3D spatial reasoning, dexterous manipulation, zero-shot task generalization, long-horizon planning, and safe human-robot interaction.
  • Train multimodal models that integrate vision, language, tactile sensing, and proprioception to achieve robust real-world performance.
  • Architect scalable data pipelines that combine high-fidelity simulation, generative AI, and real-world data collection to fuel large-scale model training.
  • Collaborate with global research teams and hardware partners to integrate embodied AI technologies into LG's consumer ecosystem.
  • Contribute to defining technical strategy and long-term research roadmaps that shape LG's embodied AI initiatives.

Why This Opportunity Is Unique:
  • Operate at the intersection of frontier AI research and large-scale consumer deployment, where breakthroughs transition rapidly from papers to products.
  • Enjoy strong support for research ownership and collaboration, including the opportunity to work and publish with leading universities and AI labs.
  • Engage with startups and industry collaborators to co-design hardware-software systems and validate them in real-world applications.

Expected Qualifications:
  • PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning, or a related technical field with a strong publication record
  • Research and engineering expertise in one or more of the following areas:
    • Robot Foundation Models (e.g., VLA, LBM, Diffusion/Flow Matching for manipulation and locomotion),
    • World Model training for robot action prediction,
    • Spatial Intelligence (self-supervised visual foundation models, 3D scene reconstruction, embodied scene understanding),
    • Multimodal representation learning across vision, language, and tactile
    • Learning from human demonstrations and self play.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical ideas across research and engineering teams.
  • Proven ability to work independently and independently drive technically ambitious research projects in dynamic and fast-moving environments.

Nice-to-have:
  • Hands-on experience with robot HW systems, including manipulators or mobile robots, and sensors such as RGB/Depth cameras and FT/Tactile sensors.
  • Experience with physics-based simulation platforms (e.g., PyBullet, MuJoCo, Isaac Sim) for large-scale data generation, experimentation, and evaluation.

Compensation: the base salary range is between $150k-$210k, depending on experience and location. Additional compensation incentives are also included.
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$150,000-$210,000 USD
Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:
  • No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
  • Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
  • Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
  • Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
  • Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
  • Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
  • Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:
  • Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

Privacy Notice to California Applicants
Applicants who need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our team by phone at: 973-477-7090 or support@lg4me.freshdesk.com. This email and phone number will only reply to accommodation requests and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.

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