Robotics Research Scientist

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Robotics Research Scientist

Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future.

At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

As a Research Scientist, you will design, develop, and test innovative robotic technology for next-generation ABB products. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on the world by solving real world robotic challenges, working collaboratively with other team members in ABB's global R&D community and with ABB's partners in universities and industries. Excellent career path for becoming a Subject Matter Expert in the field of vision-based robot manipulation technologies, enabling a new set of cutting-edge autonomous robotic applications.

• Explore new technologies in Computer vision, machine learning and vision-based robot manipulation; create and present new project proposals
• Conduct literature survey and benchmarking analysis to assess state of art methods for a given problem
• Develop technical requirements and create effective solutions for real world robotic applications
• Develop and implement computer algorithms in perception, planning, and control to enable creation of autonomous robotics
• Perform debugging, testing and validating of core software algorithms in a mock-up or full-blown setups
• Deliver the developed solution to Business and provide support for production development
• Prepare internal and external technical reports, presentations, and publications
• Write invention disclosures and provide technical inputs for patent filings
• Represent ABB in professional conferences and other industry events

• Master's degree in the fields of computer vision, machine learning or vision-based robot manipulation required, or a MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline is required
• PhD in Robotics, Computer Vision or directly related technologies is strongly preferred
• Must have the equivalent of 1-2 of years of experience in Robotics Technology
• Strong background in deep neural networks for computer vision.
• Knowledge of robotics in general, robot kinematics, motion planning, grasping and SLAM, in particular is a plus
• Knowledge of deep reinforcement learning is a plus.
• Experience with object segmentation, object detection and 6D pose estimation.
• Experience with 3D point cloud processing using traditional and deep learning techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ is required; minimum of 1-3 years of coding experience preferred
• Proficiency in PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV and Open3D is preferred, as well as 1- 2 years of coding experience
• Experience with industrial robot applications, collaborative robotics, sensor-based control, and mobile manipulator is a plus
• Experience with ROS, PCL, Blender, Unity and/or Nvidia Isaac is a plus
• Must have demonstrated ability to learn new technology and tools quickly
• Effective communications in English, team collaboration skills and networking ability is required
• Proven ability to deliver on commitments, with high quality and on schedule
• Demonstrated use of creativity and innovation in creating new technology and solutions.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

ABB's Electrification Global Markets organization is responsible for the go-to-market strategy and generating profitable growth for the Electrification Business Area. Our 10,000 strong commercial team represents the portfolio of all Electrification Business Area Divisions in over 100 countries. Our unmatched domain expertise across key industry verticals and channels combined with our truly global footprint makes us able to deliver extraordinary business results, supporting our customers with solutions which address their current needs, whilst considering the future emerging trends such as Urbanization, Digitalization and Shift to Electricity and Sustainable Energy.

ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation is a pioneer in robotics, machine automation and digital services, providing innovative solutions for a diverse range of industries, from automotive to electronics to logistics. As one of the world's leading robotics and machine automation suppliers, we have shipped over 500,000 robot solutions. We help our customers of all sizes to increase productivity, flexibility and simplicity and to improve output quality. We support their transition towards the connected and collaborative factory of the future. ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation employs more than 11,000 people at over 100 locations in more than 53 countries.

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