Principal Engineer - Robotics/Mechatronics

About the Role of Principal Engineer - Robotics/Mechatronics

Our client, a leader in Business Services, is seeking a Principal Engineer - Robotics/Mechatronics to join their innovative team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in building and maintaining cutting-edge systems that power mission-critical Business Services workflows. You will collaborate closely with product managers and fellow engineers to design clean, scalable solutions, demonstrating a strong commitment to craftsmanship, impact, and ownership. This position is open to remote US-based candidates, though a willingness to work on-site in Niskayuna, NY, is required.

Compensation for this role ranges from $131,700 to $219,300 annually.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical leader within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing robotics and autonomy.
• Prototype and validate Robotics solutions tailored for real-world applications in Business Services.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers and product managers to refine project requirements and optimize processes.
• Shape the technical vision and lead the strategic direction for Robotics initiatives with senior leadership.
• Develop and manage the intellectual property strategy, supported by rigorous data analysis for patents.
• Mentor colleagues across various technical and business domains, fostering growth and expertise.
• Establish collaborative partnerships with academia, national labs, and industry stakeholders to amplify research impact.

Qualifications

• A Doctorate in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with a minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience.
• A proven record of innovation, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in Robotics.
• Demonstrated expertise in project execution and effective teamwork across diverse functional areas.
• Strong leadership experience within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to work on-site in Niskayuna, NY.
• Unrestricted work authorization in the U.S. is required; no visa sponsorship is available.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resources.
• Retirement Savings Plan with generous company matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs.
• Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
• 12 paid holidays and permissive time off for work-life balance.

Key skills/competency

• Robotics Engineering
• Mechatronics Design
• Autonomy Systems
• Technical Leadership
• Intellectual Property Management
• Research & Development
• Prototyping & Validation
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Data Analysis
• Mentorship