Automotive Robotics Researcher

General Motors Australia & New Zealand

Hybrid
Master's degree in robotics or engineering
3-5 years individual researcher experience
Expertise in robot kinematics and dynamics
General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Senior Robotics Researcher to lead advanced robotics research and development for future manufacturing and product strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in robotics and a collaborative mindset to innovate scalable robotic solutions

Job Summary

  • The Senior Robotics Researcher will drive advanced robotics R&D to support General Motors' future manufacturing and product strategies.
  • This role requires deep technical expertise in robot kinematics, motion planning, and closed-loop control to create scalable robotic solutions.
  • Candidates must be willing to work in a hybrid environment reporting to a specific location at least three times per week.

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General Motors Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Senior Robotics Researcher to lead advanced robotics research and development for future manufacturing and product strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in robotics and a collaborative mindset to innovate scalable robotic solutions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Robotics or Engineering
  • 3-5 years individual researcher experience
  • Expertise in robot kinematics and dynamics
  • Proficiency in ROS-based control architectures
  • Experience with Fanuc robot programming KAREL
  • Knowledge of industrial articulated and mobile robots

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in Robotics or Intelligent Systems
  • Experience with digital twins and offline programming
  • Track record of external publications
  • Ability to lead cross-functional partnerships
  • Innovative thinking in hybrid control schemes

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required; PhD preferred
  • 3–5 years of research experience in robotics
  • No immigration sponsorship provided by GM

Work Rights

Must have valid Australian work authorization

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