About the role#
The Robotics Integration and Development Co-op joins the Robotics Center of Excellence. This group focuses on research and the development of autonomous operations. You will work on platform-level ownership, system architecture, and deployment workflows. The team emphasizes rapid prototyping and moving ideas from research to the factory floor. You will gain hands-on experience with Clearpath research platforms and OTTO Motors industrial AMRs, specifically integrating mobile manipulators for industrial tasks.
What you'll do#
- Develop and integrate software across multiple robotics subsystems to improve hardware functionality.
- Build, deploy, and maintain robotics applications using containerization technologies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues by collecting system data and analyzing behavior across the full robotics stack.
- Apply modern robotics research, including motion planning and perception, to real-world systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor or advanced degree program in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and Linux-based environments.
- Experience with ROS/ROS2, containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes, and software-hardware interfacing.
- Familiarity with robotic hardware, embedded systems, and software deployment workflows.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a related field is preferred.
- Involvement in robotics or technology clubs and projects.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027, starting in January 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position with an hourly rate between $20 and $32 CAD.
- Note: Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidates must be able to relocate to the Waterloo area if they live more than 50 miles away.
About Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation produces industrial automation and manufacturing technology. The company specializes in automation systems, drives, and safety products. Its primary product brands include Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Software. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the firm operates as a public company with over 22,000 employees.
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