Systems Engineer; Robotics,Control & Testing trabajo Valencia,Comunidad Valenciana oferta de empleo Ingeniería España.,W Hunt España

Puesto: Systems Engineer (Robotics, Control & Testing)

We are looking for a Marine Autonomous Systems Engineer to join our technical team in Valencia and contribute to the development, integration, testing, and validation of advanced automation, control, and electronic systems for next-generation autonomous and smart vessels.
The role sits at the intersection of robotics, control systems, embedded electronics, onboard software, and practical marine testing. You will work closely with naval architects, mechanical engineers, CFD specialists, R&D engineers, and external experts to transform advanced concepts into reliable, real-world autonomous marine systems.
This is an on-site role in Valencia. The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day coordination of robotics and smart systems activities, supporting the development of flight control systems, autonomous functions, onboard electronics, simulators, test benches, hardware-in-the-loop setups, and on-water validation.

Client info:

Our client is a leading engineering and innovation firm specializing in high-performance hydrodynamics, foiling technologies, and smart maritime systems. The client delivers advanced engineering services and performance-driven design solutions for yachts, ships, and autonomous vehicles, from concept development to prototype validation.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Design, develop, and integrate control architectures, onboard electronics, sensors, actuators, embedded computers, and communication systems for autonomous and semi-autonomous marine vehicles
Coordinate robotics, FCS, autonomy, and smart systems development from the Valencia office, in close collaboration with internal teams and external experts
Set up and operate electronics/control benches, simulation environments, and hardware-in-the-loop testing capabilities
Support the development of mission control, remote operation, and monitoring tools for autonomous marine vehicles
Collaborate with naval architecture, mechanical, CFD, simulation, and R&D teams to ensure robust system integration
Support prototype integration, debugging, commissioning, sea-trial preparation, and on-water testing
Analyze test data and refine control, navigation, automation, and decision-making algorithms, including AI/ML or adaptive control methods where relevant

The successful applicant (M/F/D):

Mechatronics, Robotics, Control Systems, Electronics, Automation, Naval, Aeronautical, or Systems Engineer, holding an MSc or PhD Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Electronics Engineering, Naval Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Minimum 4 years of professional experience in automation, robotics, control systems, or autonomous vehicles
Experience with the development, integration, and validation of control and electronic systems
Exposure to marine, aerospace, automotive, robotics, or autonomous systems environments
Strong background in control theory, automation, and system integration
Experience with navigation systems, sensor fusion, and feedback control algorithms
Knowledge of embedded systems, signal processing, and real-time systems
Familiarity with communication protocols commonly used in marine and embedded environments
Ability to work across software, electronics, control, mechanical integration, and testing
Practical ability to diagnose problems, test systems, and improve technical solutions during integration and validation phases

Additional Valuable

Skills:

Experience with marine applications such as autopilots, dynamic positioning, flight control systems, or remote-control systems
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, simulators, electronics benches, or control system validation environments
Knowledge of AI/ML techniques applied to control, prediction, or…

Systems Engineer; Robotics, Control & Testing