Robotics Engineer

Job Posting Organization:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a leading scientific research institution established in 195

• It is located in Geneva, Switzerland, and is known for its groundbreaking work in particle physics. CERN employs over 2,500 staff members and collaborates with thousands of scientists from around the world. The organization operates in multiple countries, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration among diverse professionals in engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. CERN's mission is to push the frontiers of science and technology, contributing to our understanding of the universe through cutting-edge research and development.

Job Overview:
The Robotics Engineer position at CERN is a hands-on role focused on supporting the robotic maintenance and inspection of experimental facilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing perception systems, integrating various sensors, and processing sensory data to provide actionable insights for operators or autonomous control. The role emphasizes the application of camera-based sensing, computer vision, and machine learning to enhance the awareness and autonomy of CERN's robotic platforms. The engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the effective integration of perception systems into existing robotic maintenance workflows, contributing to the safety and efficiency of operations in challenging environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Robotics Engineer will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including but not limited to: integrating and configuring sensor systems such as RGB, RGB-D, endoscopic, and thermal cameras on robotic platforms; developing and implementing computer vision algorithms for tasks like object detection, image segmentation, pose estimation, and 3D perception; optimizing C++ software frameworks for data acquisition, image processing, and sensor fusion; applying machine learning techniques to perception tasks and deploying models using inference pipelines like the Nvidia Triton Inference Server; debugging and optimizing camera drivers and network parameters to ensure reliable, low-latency data transfer for real-time operations; and collaborating with robotics, controls, and operations teams to integrate perception systems into existing robotic maintenance platforms and workflows.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with camera and sensor systems, including hardware integration, calibration, and debugging. A solid understanding of computer vision and machine learning techniques for robotic perception and environment understanding is essential. Experience in software development using C++ frameworks and familiarity with machine learning libraries such as TensorFlow or PyTorch is required. The ideal candidate should also have a strong interest in applying robotics technologies to real-world maintenance and inspection applications in complex experimental environments, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams is crucial.

Educational Background:
The position requires a professional background in Robotics Engineering or a related field. Candidates should possess either a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience. Additionally, candidates must be nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State and should not have previously held a CERN fellow or graduate contract.

Experience:
The Robotics Engineer role requires a moderate level of experience, specifically 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience for those with a Master's degree, or up to 3 years for candidates with a PhD. This experience should be relevant to robotics engineering, particularly in the areas of sensor integration, computer vision, and machine learning applications in robotics.

Languages:
Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory for this position. Candidates are also expected to have a commitment to learn French, which is considered beneficial for effective communication within the organization and the local community.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is 24 months, with the possibility of extension up to a maximum of 36 months. The working hours are set at 40 hours per week, and the job is fully onsite at CERN. The target start date for the position is April 1, 202

• The job reference is BE-CEM-MRO-2025-200-GRAP. The compensation includes a monthly stipend ranging from 6287 to 6911 Swiss Francs, which is tax-free, along with 30 days of paid leave per year, comprehensive health insurance coverage, family allowances, a relocation package, and opportunities for on-the-job and formal training, including language classes.