Staff Researcher - Advanced Robotics and Automation

Description

Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis

Who You Are

As a valued Researcher with the Research and Development team here at GM, you will innovate through next-gen ideas, suggest new project areas, and establish technical plans. You will conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas. You will also write timely and high-quality research reports and external publications on advanced robotic technologies for applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Ready to become a part of the team who readily ask the question 'what's next'? Join us today!

What You Do

In this role, you get to execute scientific or engineering research generating new knowledge and innovative technologies in automotive robotic manufacturing systems. This will include architecting, developing, validating, and implementing novel mechatronic devices and systems with advanced sensing, perception and robotics for integrated automation solutions in industrial applications such as material handling, flexible gripping, joining, assembly, and reconfigurable manufacturing systems.

Who You Are

• Generate ideas and submit records of invention

• Ability to develop new methodologies as warranted by research needs

• Development of math models and simulation to support research and to facilitate technology implementation

• Collaborate with and/or lead internal/external global technical teams and execute technical assignments independently

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and technical developments affecting areas of responsibility

• Be a GM ambassador in the technical community

• Detailed understanding and in depth knowledge of scientific principles and state of the art research methodologies related to:

• Mobile, serial, and parallel kinematic robots

• Sensing and perception systems

• Mechanical and electrical component design

• Design of precision actuation devices

• Precision engineering

• Flexible/Reconfigurable manufacturing systems

• Modeling and analysis of robotic systems and manufacturing processes

• Have strong behavioral skills:

• Ability to develop, inspire and motivate team

• Fosters collaboration and teamwork

• Willingness to provide strategic perspective

• Takes intelligent risks

• Champion of change

• Evidence strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust

• Demonstrate initiative

• Problem-solving

Additional Description

What You Need

• Advanced Degree with a focus in Electrical/Computer/Systems/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering; or Applied Mathematics/Physics AND

• 10+ years extensive industrial research/development experience will be considered

• Advanced training in robotics, automatic controls, mechatronics, and problem solving

• Willingness and ability to travel for troubleshooting or technology implementation in plants

• Strong ability and desire to conduct independent research

• Technical skills with high level of analytical and experimental ability

• Outstanding sociability skills

• Demonstrated project management skills, especially for projects with high technical risk

• Ability to adapt to changing research focus and work optimally on varying projects

• Inclusive behavior in collaboration with a broad spectrum of colleagues

• Ability to look ahead coupled with a strong desire and initiative to learn and master new skills

What Would Be Even Better

• PhD degree from top-tier research institutions in science/engineering fields

• 10+ years relevant industry experience

• Postdoc Experience

• Hands-on experience running and programming robotic applications

• Fanuc programming experience

• PLC programming experience

• Ability to build and run math models and/or simulations of robotic, automated, or mechatronic systems (e.g. CAD, FEA, Roboguide, etc.) in order to plan research activities

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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Diversity Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.