Senior Robotics Control Engineer

Best NanoTech · India

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Robotics Control Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of industrial-grade control systems for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Forklift AMRs, and Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS).

The role involves defining control architectures, reviewing hardware platforms, implementing industrial safety standards, and mentoring engineering teams to develop production-ready robotics solutions for warehouse and industrial automation environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop real-time motion control systems for AMR, Forklift AMR, and ASRS platforms.
• Define and optimize motor control algorithms including PID, FOC, torque control, speed control, and vector control.
• Architect safety-critical control systems aligned with IEC 61508, ISO 13849, and related industrial standards.
• Develop hardware-software interface specifications for MCU, FPGA, DSP, and embedded controller platforms.
• Conduct technical audits and gap analysis of existing robotics hardware architectures.
• Establish hardware design guidelines covering EMC, thermal management, component derating, and industrial reliability.
• Lead integration of LiDAR, IMU, Encoders, Vision Systems, and Ultrasonic Sensors for localization and navigation.
• Guide implementation of Sensor Fusion, EKF/UKF algorithms, and SLAM-based navigation systems.
• Define control strategies for forklift functions including mast control, tilt control, load handling, and positioning systems.
• Develop FMEA/FMECA methodologies for safety, reliability, collision avoidance, and fail-safe operation.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, and fleet management teams for WMS/ERP integration.
• Mentor engineering teams through code reviews, design reviews, documentation standards, and technical training programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Robotics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Robotics Control Systems or Industrial Automation Engineering.
• Proven experience in autonomous systems, material handling equipment, AGVs, Forklift AMRs, or warehouse automation platforms.
• Experience working with industrial control systems and embedded platforms in production environments.

Technical Skills

Robotics & Motion Control

• Real-Time Motion Control
• PID Control
• Field Oriented Control (FOC)
• Vector Control
• Torque & Speed Control Loops
• Servo Drives
• BLDC Motors
• PMSM Motors
• Stepper Motor Control

Embedded Systems

• Embedded C/C++
• STM32 Microcontrollers
• PLC Programming
• FPGA/DSP Interface Understanding
• Hardware-Software Integration

Navigation & Perception

• Sensor Fusion
• EKF (Extended Kalman Filter)
• UKF (Unscented Kalman Filter)
• SLAM
• Localization & Mapping
• LiDAR Integration
• IMU Integration
• Vision-Based Navigation

Industrial Communication

• CANopen
• EtherCAT
• Modbus RTU
• Modbus TCP
• PROFINET
• MQTT
• OPC-UA
• REST APIs

Safety & Compliance

• IEC 61508
• ISO 13849
• IEC 62061
• CE Compliance
• Functional Safety
• FMEA / FMECA
• Industrial Equipment Certification

Programming & Tools

• C
• C++
• Python
• Test Automation
• Version Control Systems
• Engineering Documentation Standards