Robotics Engineer
Location: Bhosari, Pune, Maharashtra
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 0–3 Years
About
P.L. Robotics is focused on developing advanced industrial robotics and automation solutions for Indian manufacturing industries. We design and develop intelligent robotic systems by integrating robotics software, mechanical engineering, electronics, embedded systems, and motion control.
We are looking for passionate and technically strong Robotics Engineers interested in developing complete robotic systems, from ROS-based software architecture and motion planning to mechanical mechanisms, electronics development, and hardware integration.
The role involves working across the complete robotics development lifecycle, including software development, mechanical design, electronics integration, prototyping, testing, and deployment of real-world industrial robotic systems.
Required Skills
- Strong programming knowledge in Python and C++, with a good understanding of Linux (Ubuntu).
- Knowledge of ROS and ROS 2 architecture, including nodes, topics, services, actions, parameters, launch files, and package development.
- Understanding of URDF, Xacro, TF2, robot kinematics, dynamics, coordinate transformations, inverse kinematics, forward kinematics, and trajectory planning.
- Familiarity with MoveIt 2, ros2_control, Gazebo, and RViz for robotic motion planning, control, simulation, and visualisation.
- Knowledge of ROS-based hardware communication, sensor integration, custom hardware interfaces, Git, Docker, and software debugging.
- Must-have knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS (RTU/TCP), Ethernet, and EtherCAT.
- Understanding of sensors, encoders, actuators, AC servo motors, feedback control systems.
- Understanding of industrial communication architecture and interfacing between robotic controllers, drives, sensors, and embedded systems.
- Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, and mechanical mechanisms.
- Familiarity with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Creo, CATIA, or similar.
- Understanding of robotic arm structures, joints, linkages, gears, gearboxes, bearings, couplings, belt drives, pulleys, and linear motion systems.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and basic knowledge of tolerances, fits, GD&T, and material selection.
- Familiarity with 3D printing, rapid prototyping, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and assembly.
- Familiarity with STM32, ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar embedded platforms.
- Basic knowledge of PCB design, circuit diagrams, power electronics, voltage regulators, DC-DC converters, and power distribution.
- Familiarity with electronic testing equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain ROS 2-based robotic software applications using Python and C++.
- Develop ROS 2 nodes, packages, services, actions, custom interfaces, and robotic software architectures.
- Implement robot motion planning, trajectory generation, inverse kinematics, and forward kinematics using MoveIt 2.
- Develop robot descriptions using URDF/Xacro and configure robot joints, coordinate frames, and controllers.
- Integrate robotic hardware with ROS 2 using ros2_control, custom hardware interfaces, and communication protocols.
- Develop robotic simulation environments and digital twins using Gazebo and RViz.
- Create CAD models, mechanical assemblies, engineering drawings, and prototypes for robotic systems.
- Integrate motors, actuators, sensors, bearings, and other mechanical components.
- Develop and integrate electronic control systems for robotic applications.
- Develop communication interfaces between embedded systems, electronic hardware, and ROS 2 applications.
- Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS, Ethernet, and EtherCAT.
- Perform software debugging, electronic testing, mechanical alignment, calibration, and system-level troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, electronics, and software engineering teams to develop integrated robotic solutions.
- Coordinate with manufacturing teams for fabrication, assembly, and prototype development.
- Test, validate, and optimise robotic systems on simulation platforms and real hardware.
- Support installation, commissioning, and deployment of robotic systems at customer sites.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience in robotics, automation, embedded systems, or product development.
- Academic projects, internships, or hands-on experience in ROS/ROS 2 will be an advantage.
- Experience working with robotic arms, mobile robots, collaborative robots (cobots), or industrial automation systems is preferred.
- Practical understanding of robotic software, mechanical mechanisms, electronics, and hardware-software integration.
- Knowledge of industrial automation communication protocols and real-world hardware interfacing.
- Strong interest in developing real-world robotic hardware and software.
- Ability to work across software, mechanical, and electronics domains.
- Good analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Must be eager to learn new technologies, explore unfamiliar engineering challenges, and continuously develop technical skills.
- Self-motivated, hands-on approach with the ability to take ownership of tasks and work in a fast-paced product development environment.
Employment & Compensation
- Employment Type: Full-Time.
- Experience: 0–3 Years.
- Location: Bhosari, Pune, Maharashtra.
- Compensation: Competitive salary based on skills, practical experience, technical knowledge, and industry standards.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about robotics, ROS 2 development, mechanical mechanisms, embedded systems, industrial communication protocols, and building intelligent robotic solutions, we would love to hear from you!
Send your Resume/CV along with details of your academic projects, internships, and relevant robotics projects to:
hr@plrobotics.com
Work Location: Bhosari, Pune, Maharashtra.
Join P.L. Robotics and help build the next generation of intelligent industrial robotic systems!
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Internet reimbursement
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bhosari, Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
