Robotics Expert​/Advisor

Robotics Expert/Advisor

Location: Washington, DC (On‑Site)

Clearance Requirements: None

Join a pioneering team as a Senior Robotics Expert/Advisor, leading the development and integration of next‑generation humanoid robotic systems. This role involves guiding multidisciplinary teams across AI, controls, mechatronics, autonomy, and simulation to build robust, human‑interactive embodied AI platforms. You will oversee end‑to‑end system design, hardware integration, and AI deployment, ensuring high‑quality, scalable robotics solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• developing locomotion, manipulation, perception systems, and sensor integration;
• driving simulation‑to‑real transfers;
• optimizing real‑time robotic software using ROS/ROS2, C++, and Python;
• leading efforts in sensor fusion, navigation, and control algorithms to deliver advanced humanoid robots capable of operating in complex environments.

If you are a visionary leader with extensive experience in robotics engineering and a passion for pushing technological boundaries, this opportunity is ideal for you.

• 10+ years of experience in robotics engineering, including control systems, kinematics, and sensor fusion
• Proficiency in C++, Python, ROS/ROS2, and high‑fidelity simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, Mu Jo Co )
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross‑functional engineering teams and translating research into deployable systems
• Advanced knowledge of humanoid robots, locomotion, and embodied AI systems
• Experience with reinforcement learning, simulation, and real‑world robot deployment
• Excellent communication skills for technical and executive audiences

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.