Technician position for the hardware design of innovative robotic and mechatronic systems

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Technician position for the hardware design of innovative robotic and mechatronic systems - IT | Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia Technician position for the hardware design of innovative robotic and mechatronic systems Commitment & contract: Technician level 2, up to 17 months duration This open position/research is funded by INAIL within the project: ErgoCub-2.0 - CUP J53C24000540005 Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future! At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. You will be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to support IIT research activity. The Human-Robot Interfaces and Interaction (HRI²) research unit is coordinated by Dr. Arash Ajoudani. We develop intelligent robots that can enable timely, natural, and human-in-command interactions with humans on both cognitive and physical levels, representing the concept of socio-physical interaction. Our multidisciplinary approach spans the theoretical, technical, and practical dimensions of modern collaborative systems. This position focuses on the design and development of innovative robotic and mechatronic systems, combining advanced mechanical design with sensing, actuation, and control integration. The main goal is to create human-centered robotic platforms that are reliable, ergonomic, and adaptable to real-world applications, enabling intuitive interaction and safe, efficient collaboration with users. Designing, prototyping, and assembling mechanical and mechatronic components for robotic platforms. Supporting the integration of sensors, actuators, and electronic hardware into novel robotic systems. Performing testing, validation, and troubleshooting of robotic and mechatronic prototypes. Collaborating with researchers to translate conceptual designs into functional hardware . Contributing to maintenance, upgrades, and documentation of laboratory equipment and robotic platforms. Supporting experimental setups for robot–human interaction studies . A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related discipline. Documented experience in mechanical design, prototyping, or hardware integration. Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar). Experience with rapid prototyping technologies (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting). Knowledge of electronics, embedded systems, or control hardware for robotics. Familiarity with simulation software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ROS-based tools). Ability to work in a challenging and international environment. Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary setting. Strong problem-solving attitude, analytical reasoning skills, and growth mindset. A yearly gross salary ranging between 32 and 35K Euros, which may include a bonus option depending on your role and contract Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract Two days of teleworking per week and flexible working hours are available for certain roles Candidate holding a bachelor’s or master’s degree who have not been resident in Italy in the last 3 y