Last Date: 16-Jan-2024.
Reference number: 231172
Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis for two (2) years
Remuneration: $130,901 to $148,369 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $110,613 to $125,373 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Senior Research Engineer (Robotics and Autonomous Systems) to join Research Infrastructure, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.
The Senior Research Engineer (Robotics & Autonomous Systems) will deliver hardware and software systems to support and enable the core research activities of the QUT research community, and especially the QUT Centre for Robotics. We are looking for someone who likes building things and can integrate systems to help develop both robotic and perception platforms, has excellent client service focus and a keen eye for detail. We are especially interested in applicants with a track record in delivery of demonstrators for industry projects in the mechatronics field.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
Real-world impact
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a ‘real world’ focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
About the area
As a part of the Office of Research Infrastructure, the Research Engineering Facility (REF) provides cutting-edge research engineering and technology services including experimental hardware design, systems integration, software engineering and proof-of-concept validation and testing. Capabilities span drones and aviation, robotics and autonomous systems, energy systems, design and systems integration, structural engineering and testing, and data acquisition, processing and management.
What you need to succeed
- Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering (Aerospace, Computer Systems, Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical) or related discipline and extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to the design and delivery of robotics through:
- Programming experience in C or C++ language, under a Linux environment.
- Demonstrated software and hardware integration skills including knowledge and experience in complex system integration, such as embedded computers, GNSS/INS systems, RGB-D cameras, LiDAR, radar, IR/hyperspectral cameras, and other sensors.
- Understanding and experience with development of electrical wiring diagrams, schematics and installation drawings.
- Knowledge or experience of Robot Operating System (ROS), tools for training and using deep learning algorithms and in image processing and computer vision algorithms and solutions using open-source software packages such as OpenCV, as well as machine learning libraries and packages such as PyTorch, TensorFlow and Caffe.
- Programming experience in Python or MATLAB.
- Sound knowledge of systems and software engineering principles and software development paradigms including software revision control approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to develop creative and novel solutions to adhere to continuous improvement and/or transformational change.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision in the completion of work tasks to deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to present research findings to internal and external audiences through written and verbal reports and technical documentation.
Life at QUTWe’re committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Leave loading of 17.5%.
- Purchased Leave Scheme – up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
- We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
- Explore more benefits of life at QUT.
Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.
We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength – see our commitment. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.
Job opens: 12-Dec-2023
Applications Close: 16-Jan-2024 at 11.30pm
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