Toyota Research Institute

Research Engineer, Robotics & Machine Learning for Human-Robot Interaction and Intelligent Vehicles

Cambridge, MA, USA

Research Engineer, Robotics & Machine Learning for Human-Robot Interaction and Intelligent Vehicles 🚗🤖
Location: Cambridge, MA | Job Type: Full-Time / Hybrid

Join us at Toyota Research Institute (TRI) on our mission to enhance the quality of human life through innovative mobility solutions! We are seeking a Research Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking research in Human-Robot Interaction and Intelligent Vehicle Systems. Collaborate with a world-class team in a cutting-edge environment, using state-of-the-art tools and platforms to amplify the human experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain robotic platforms and simulation environments for human-robot interaction and intelligent vehicle research.
  • Implement and integrate robotic systems using ROS (Robot Operating System) and related frameworks.
  • Build experimental rigs and testbeds using hardware components such as sensors, actuators, and cameras.
  • Create software tools and algorithms for real-time data collection, system control, data analysis, and performance evaluation.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary experts to design and conduct human-in-the-loop experiments and analyze results.
  • Contribute innovative machine learning approaches to enhance driver assistance and human-robot interaction.
  • Ensure reproducibility and scalability by maintaining and documenting software and hardware developments.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Robotics, Computer Science, or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
  • Proficiency in ROS and experience analyzing data from robotic and human-robot interaction experiments.
  • Hands-on experience with robotic hardware, including sensors and embedded systems.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and C++.
  • Familiarity with simulator frameworks (e.g., CARLA, Gazebo, AirSim).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative spirit in a research environment.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with machine learning techniques for perception, control, or human-robot interaction.
  • Experience with real-time data acquisition from sensors like cameras, LiDAR, and IMUs.
  • Background in human-subject experiments involving robots or intelligent vehicles.
  • Skills in designing and fabricating custom hardware for robotic testbeds.
  • Knowledge of software development best practices (version control, CI/CD, documentation).

Why Join Us?

At TRI, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative research, engage in collaborative projects, and contribute to impactful real-world applications. We value diversity and inclusivity, and we believe that a diverse team strengthens our mission.

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