Advanced Robotics Controls Engineer, Frontier Ai

Advanced Robotics Controls Engineer, Frontier AI & RoboticsJob ID: ******* | Amazon.Com Services LLCAbout the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Mechatronics or Controls Engineer with deep expertise in actuation systems, low-level motor control, sensor integration and system characterization to help design, prototype, and refine high degree-of-freedom systems.You will be a core contributor in the hardware-software integration loop, ensuring that our systems meet strict performance, safety, and research requirements.This role demands a blend of rigorous engineering skill, hands-on prototyping ability, and close collaboration with AI researchers and software engineers.Key Job Responsibilities:Own motor & actuator characterization, and integration into electromechanical subsystems to meet system-level performance specificationsDesign and tune low-level control systems, including position, velocity, torque, and impedance control loopsInterface control systems with higher-level AI and motion-planning platforms, ensuring reliable, low-latency communication and robust operationMaintain and update motor control board hardware and firmware, including environments for executing control loops, reading encoders, and managing outputsDevelop and execute SysID routines for electromechanical subsystems; design calibration procedures for sensors, actuators, and kinematic chains to ensure precision and repeatability.Build a model/digital twin with fine granularity of actuators undergoing SysIDEnsure actuator and control systems meet safety, robustness, and maintainability requirements for advanced robotic system operationWork hands-on with mechanical, electrical, and AI teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on hardware solutionsAbout the team: Frontier AI & Robotics (FAR) is the team at Amazon building the next generation of embodied intelligence.FAR drives the development and implementation of advanced AI models within Amazon's operations that enable robots to see, reason, and act on the world around them, supporting a number of different warehouse automation tasks.Basic QualificationsMaster's or PhD in Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field or have equivalent practical experience with 6–10 years of relevant industry experienceStrong background in actuator and control system design, including characterization and integrationProficiency in embedded firmware development for real-time controlExperience in robotic system calibration and system identificationStrong grasp of control theory, dynamics, and kinematics of robotic systemsExperience with sensor integration (encoders, force–torque sensors, tactile, MUs)Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-moving, multidisciplinary teamPreferred QualificationsExperience with high-DOF robotic systemsExperience developing inverse kinematics (IK) solvers, kinematic calibration, and running motion simulations (e.G. MuJoCo, IsaacSim, MATLAB/Simulink)Experience producing models and simulations of complex, high degree-of-freedom dynamic electromechanical systems and actuatorsAbility to spec or design force/torque sensors, or develop algorithms for estimating forces from motor currents for compliance and collision handlingAbility to implement and tune inverse kinematics and dynamics algorithms; build and run simulations for system performance validation and motion planningSpecify, source, or design force–torque sensing capabilities, including developing algorithms for estimating forces from motor currents.Integrate sensing into system-level control strategies for collision response, compliance, and back-drivabilityKnowledge of estimating and improving actuator back-drivabilityKnowledge of ROS/ROS 2 or similar robotic middlewareExperience with programming languages like C++, Python, MATLABExperience with high-performance, safety-critical mechatronic systemsAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectivelyand respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal,state, and local laws and Company policies.Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position.These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation.Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit our accommodations page for more information.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.The base pay for this position ranges from $136,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $235,200/year in our highest geographic market.Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Amazon is a total compensation company.Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.For more information, please visit our employee benefits page.This position will remain posted until filled.Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.#J-*****-Ljbffr