System Engineering Lead (Robotics, AI)

My client, a robotic R&D business who had proven track record in developing utilities robot for clients, is looking for high calibre talents to join their R&D team.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and own the overall system architecture, covering high‑level compute (Linux / ROS2), real‑time control (MCU), safety controllers, sensors, actuators, power, and communications
• Develop and maintain the safety architecture, ensuring clear separation between safety‑related control functions and non‑safety / AI functions
• Ensure system and safety architecture compliance with EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230, ISO 12100, ISO 13849‑1/-2, and IEC 62061
• Lead functional safety activities, including risk assessment and definition of PL / SIL targets (PL d / PL e or SIL 2)
• Act as the primary technical interface with Notified Bodies (e.g. TÜV, SGS, UL) throughout the certification lifecycle
• Prepare, review, and maintain all technical documentation for design reviews, pre‑assessment audits, and final conformity assessments
• Incorporate feedback from test houses early to minimize late‑stage redesign and certification risk
• Support CE marking and conformity declaration activities
• Guide and review work from electrical, firmware, software, and mechanical teams on safety‑related design decisions
• Identify, assess, and mitigate safety and certification risks at system level throughout the project lifecycle

Job Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline
• 3-6 years of experience in system architecture, embedded systems, or functional safety engineering
• Hands‑on experience working directly with Notified Bodies (e.g. TÜV, SGS, UL)
• Proven knowledge of ISO 12100, ISO 13849‑1/-2 and/or IEC 62061
• Experience defining and implementing PL d / PL e or SIL 2 safety functions
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, including MCU, RTOS, and safety controllers
• Experience with safety MCUs, emergency stop and STO architectures, and fail‑safe / redundant designs
• Familiarity with industrial fieldbuses such as CAN, CANopen, and EtherCAT
• System‑level understanding of Linux‑based platforms and ROS

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mobile robots, AGVs, or autonomous systems
• Familiarity with EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 (beyond the legacy Machinery Directive)
• Experience preparing and maintaining technical files for CE marking