Intern - Bot Controls
Time type: full time
Posted on: September 16, 2024
Job requisition id: R3930
We want to learn from you! Our teams at Symbotic value the early career talent that helps us solve critical issues in creative and innovative ways. That is why we offer Internship and Co-op programs where students have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals on some of our most pivotal projects. We invite students from institutions across the country to apply online or engage with our teams on campus at career fairs and other events. Symbotic offers an extensive calendar of events including Lunch and Learns, Social Outings, and Volunteer opportunities for our Interns and Co-ops to engage in.
The Summer Intern session is a 12-week, full-time (40 hours Monday-Friday) program while the Co-op cohorts typically run 16-weeks in the Spring and Fall. In both programs, students are paid a competitive hourly rate. Continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
What we need
The Mobile Robotic Controls Team at Symbotic is expanding and we’re looking to hire an intern to assist in the development of planning, control, and analysis software for autonomous mobile robots. Our ideal candidate is a graduate student or an advanced undergraduate student with strong analytical skills from a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science or Engineering. The ideal candidate is someone with a background in software development, control theory, and robotics who rigorously adheres to the scientific method and software development best practices and is comfortable with mechanical and electrical systems.
What you’ll do
Develop real-time control software for autonomous guided vehicles.
Use physics-based simulation packages to test and optimize robot behaviors.
Develop path planning algorithms for manipulation and robot navigation.
Work with bot controls test team to evaluate and debug robot behavior and performance.
Develop high quality code and packages following software engineering best practices.
What you’ll need
Currently pursuing degree in a Computer Science, Robotics, or other related discipline.
Strong programming experience in Python/Bash/Linux/LabVIEW.
Experience with robotic planning and real-time control.
Comfortable working in the Linux environment.
Familiarity with physics simulation environments for robotics, such as Gazebo or IsaacSim, is helpful.
Experience with source control (git).
Enjoys learning new technologies, skills, and techniques as well as teaching them to others.
Familiarity with motion control equipment, material handling systems, motors, sensors, vision systems andor communications protocols highly desirable.
Our Environment
Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
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