Senior / Principal Robotics Engineer – Sensors, Control Systems, and Mechatronics | Senior / Principal Robotics Engineer (m/w/d) – Sensorik, Regelungstechnik und Mechatronik

ABB AG

Gilching, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 12, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Senior or Principal Robotics Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing the next generation of autonomous, versatile robotic systems at ABB's Gilching site near Munich. Your day-to-day work will involve creating mechatronic concepts, integrating advanced sensor solutions, and building prototypes from initial idea to stable product implementation. You will take technical ownership of architectural decisions and provide mentorship to junior team members while collaborating with international R&D units in Sweden and China. This position is particularly exciting as it coincides with the transition of ABB Robotics to the SoftBank Group, placing you at the forefront of AI and next-generation computing innovation. The role offers a hybrid working model and the chance to work in a high-quality living environment within a globally leading technology firm.

Required Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, or a comparable field of study with excellent results.

Experience

  • More than 3 years of relevant professional experience in robotics, mechatronics, or a related field
  • Extensive practical experience with autonomous and versatile robotic systems
  • Proven track record in technical leadership and architectural design decisions
  • Experience in hands-on system integration and prototype construction
  • Experience collaborating within interdisciplinary and international R&D teams

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Hybrid work model based in Gilching (Munich region). Priority consideration given to candidates with severe disabilities and equivalent status. Interest in private technical projects (e.g., drones, AI-based control, Linux open-source) is considered an advantage.