Robotics Project Engineer IntermediateApply NowHow to ApplyA cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.Who We AreMichigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future.As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to re-imagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/Responsibilities
Lead the development of the hardware system and the software library of the Open-Source Leg project
Develop and maintain other digital assets such as the website, forums, and tutiorials for the Open-Source Leg community
Assist Researchers in the Open-Source Leg community with troubleshooting issues
Develop research tools for the Neurobionics Lab
Perform other technical duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
3 years of UM Neurobionics Lab experience (Research intern and Research Engineer position included)
1 year IIT Madras, Engineering Design Robotics Lab
6 months or more Defense Bioengineering & Electromedical Lab & Defense Research & Development Organization
4 years or more experience developing and maintaining open-source projects
Modes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modeshere (https://dev.hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .Additional InformationThis is a term-limited position through August 12, 2025 with possible renewal based on funding extensions.Background ScreeningThe University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job DetailJob Opening ID252914Working TitleRobotics Project Engineer IntermediateJob TitleProject Engineer IntermediateWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of WorkOnsiteFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusExemptOrganizational GroupCollege EngineeringDepartmentCoE RoboticsPosting Begin/End Date8/09/2024 - 8/16/2024Salary$75,000.00 - $90,000.00Career InterestInformation TechnologyApply Now