Senior Embodied AI Engineer (Centennial, CO)

Orica•Centennial, CO

37d•$130,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Orica is seeking a Senior Embodied AI Engineer to lead deployment of mobile robotic platforms in real-world field environments. The role focuses on field robotics, machine vision and learning, vision-language-action models, system integration, sensor fusion, end-to-end autonomy system architecture, hardware–software integration, and production-grade ROS2 middleware. The engineer bridges low-level embedded systems with high-level autonomy stacks to support reliable performance in challenging field conditions. This is a hybrid position based in Orica’s Centennial, Colorado office. The role includes developing ROS2 systems and integrating navigation, localization, perception, and control; designing sensor fusion and localization solutions; building perception capabilities and optimizing them for embedded and edge platforms; leading field integration, testing, and validation; designing embedded hardware and software; and providing technical guidance and mentorship. The engineer also collaborates across R&D, engineering, delivery, and operations; supports innovation and continuous improvement; and ensures compliance with data governance, cybersecurity, and SDLC standards.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
Multiple years of experience in embedded systems development.
Strong proficiency in Python and C/C++ for embedded and Linux-based systems.
Extensive experience with ROS2.
Experience integrating sensors such as LiDAR, IMU, GNSS, and cameras, as well as motor control systems.
Solid understanding of real-time systems and communication protocols including CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
Experience with Linux-based embedded platforms, such as NVIDIA Jetson, NXP, STM32, or TI.
Proven experience deploying robotic systems in production or field environments.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sim-to-real methods.
Experience with VLM or VLA.
Experience with mobile robot navigation stacks.
Knowledge of SLAM, localization, and sensor fusion pipelines.
Experience with Docker containerization for robotics.
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for embedded or robotic systems.
Experience with computer vision and robotics model development.
Experience with field robotics in harsh outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain ROS2-based robotic systems, including nodes, lifecycle management, and launch configurations.
Integrate navigation, localization, perception, and control subsystems; configure middleware, diagnostics, logging, and secure communications.
Design and optimize sensor fusion using IMU, GNSS, odometry, LiDAR, and cameras.
Develop localization and SLAM capabilities for GPS-denied environments and support mapping, relocalization, and navigation performance.
Develop perception solutions for obstacle detection, terrain analysis, and environmental awareness.
Optimize real-time performance on embedded and edge computing platforms; support AI/ML model deployment and simulation environments.
Lead system integration, testing, and validation for field deployments; conduct HIL and system-level testing and troubleshoot integration issues.
Establish reliability standards, performance benchmarks, and validation procedures.
Design and integrate embedded hardware and software for robotic platforms.
Interface sensors, actuators, and communication protocols, including CAN, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet; optimize system performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, delivery, and operations teams; provide technical guidance and mentor engineers.
Contribute to long-term technology strategy and promote innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Promote Orica's Charter and Values, support an inclusive and high-performing culture, and build partnerships across teams.
Ensure compliance with data governance, cybersecurity, and SDLC standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary and eligibility for an annual short-term incentive plan.
Medical and prescription drug coverage with three plans to choose from.
Dental coverage with two plans to choose from.
Vision coverage with two plans to choose from.
Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Basic employee life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Voluntary employee and dependent life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Company-provided short-term and long-term disability.
Company-provided Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident plans.
Voluntary identity theft protection.
Voluntary legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Company-provided maternity leave and bonding leave.
Accrued paid time off.
Paid sick and safe time.
Nine scheduled holidays and two floating holidays.
Opportunities to learn and develop skills in a diverse, collaborative culture with flexible and diverse career paths.