B. Braun Group

Senior Expert (w/m/d) Robotics and AI

B. Braun Group
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14 days ago
Melsungen, GermanySenior

Responsibilities

  • Design and operate an internal test field to explore the applicability of humanoid robots across the global company.
  • Drive the integration of AI into cyber-physical systems and intelligent machines with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Lead research and development projects in human-machine interaction from concept through implementation.
  • Plan, conduct, and technically lead use-case studies and assess the opportunities, limitations, and benefits of humanoid robotics.
  • Develop, configure, and program humanoid robotic systems and their control software.
  • Perform comprehensive safety, performance, and quality testing of robotic systems.
  • Design and implement test environments, mock-ups, and the required IT/OT infrastructure.
  • Monitor market and technology trends, conduct benchmarks, and support the selection and evaluation of technology partners and suppliers.

Requirements

  • Completed university degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, data science, artificial intelligence, or a related field.
  • Several years of practical experience in data analytics, machine learning, or AI development.
  • Knowledge of Python, R, or SQL; big-data technologies such as Spark and Hadoop; and cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, and GCP.
  • Expertise in sensors, actuators, collaborative robot control, whole-body control, motion algorithms, grasping and locomotion, balance control, and human-robot interaction.
  • Experience with IMUs, cameras, LiDAR, force sensors, robotic-system simulation, learning algorithms, and foundation models.
  • Experience with real-time control systems and technologies including RTOS, ROS 2, EtherCAT, CAN, SPI, and I²C.
  • Knowledge of robot kinematics and dynamics, ROS/ROS 2, Gazebo, MoveIt, or comparable platforms.
  • Knowledge of safe robot-cell design according to ISO 10218 and functional safety is desirable.
  • Experience with Industry 4.0 projects and, ideally, with regulated medical-technology environments, quality requirements, validation, and qualification.
  • Very good written and spoken German and English skills.
  • Analytical thinking, structured working methods, initiative, innovation, quality orientation, effective interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong communication and implementation skills.
  • Willingness to travel internationally approximately 10–25% of working time.

Benefits

  • Company networks.
  • Occupational pension scheme.
  • Mobility benefits such as the B. Braun Job-Ticket or Job-Bike.
  • Work-and-family services such as holiday care.
  • Flexible working hours, including flexitime and mobile working.
  • Employee discounts.
  • The role supports diversity and welcomes applicants of all identities, life circumstances, and backgrounds.
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