The RoleWe are looking for a Senior Robotics Engineer to lead the design, development, and field deployment of our autonomous inspection platforms.
This is a hands‐on role that spans mechanical integration, embedded system interfaces, and autonomous mission software — with direct exposure to site deployments across Australia.What You Will DoArchitect and implement robot autonomy stacks using ROS 2 for infrastructure inspection missionsIntegrate and calibrate multi-modal sensor suites: cameras, LiDAR, thermal, and ultrasonicDevelop and validate navigation, localisation, and mission execution modules for unstructured environmentsLead field deployments alongside operations teams — commissioning, troubleshooting,



and iterating on‐siteContribute to hardware selection and mechanical integration decisions with the systems teamDefine testing frameworks and acceptance criteria for autonomous systems in safety‐critical contextsWhat We Are Looking For5+ years of hands‐on robotics engineering experience in applied or industrial settingsDeep proficiency with ROS 2 and C++ for real‐time robot control and mission logicDemonstrated experience with sensor integration (LiDAR, RGB‐D, IMU, thermal)Experience with SLAM, localisation, and navigation in GPS‐denied or unstructured environmentsExposure to field deployment in industrial or infrastructure environments (rail, construction, mining, utilities)Strong problem‐solving instincts — you're as comfortable on‐site with a multimeter as you are reviewing a PRWhere You'll WorkOur head office is in Melbourne and we have a second office in Sydney.
We are open to adaptable and remote working arrangements anywhere in Australia for the right person, so where you are based should not stop you from applying.This role does involve periodic travel to sites where our systems are deployed, across infrastructure, rail and construction projects around the country.
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📌 Engineering Senior Robotics Engineer Melbourne (Hq) / Sydney / Remote Australia5+ Years
🏢 NXTGEN Industries
📍 Melbourne