About the job Senior Robotics & Mechatronics Engineer (Autonomous Systems)
Senior Robotics & Mechatronics Engineer (Autonomous Systems)
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia | Full-Time
Koality Recruitment is partnering with an innovative technology and product development organisation in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia to identify a talented Senior Robotics & Mechatronics Engineer to help develop the next generation of intelligent products, robotics platforms, and autonomous systems.
If you're passionate about building real-world technology, enjoy working across multiple engineering disciplines, and thrive in hands-on R&D environments, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
About the Role
You'll play a key role in the design, development, integration, and testing of:
Robotics Platforms
Autonomous Systems
Mechatronic Products
Intelligent Devices
Industrial Automation Solutions
Advanced Technology Demonstrators
Working within a multidisciplinary innovation environment, you'll help transform ideas into functional prototypes and commercially viable technologies.
What You'll Be Doing
Product Development & System Integration
- Lead development of mechatronic products from concept through to prototype
- Define system architectures integrating mechanical, electrical, software, and control subsystems
- Support requirements definition, design reviews, risk assessments, verification, and validation activities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
- Develop robotic and autonomous platforms for industrial and research applications
- Integrate sensors including LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, encoders, and environmental sensors
- Support navigation, localisation, path planning, and sensor fusion applications
- Implement robotic software frameworks and autonomous system architectures
Controls & Automation
- Design and implement control algorithms for electromechanical systems
- Develop motion control solutions for motors, actuators, and robotic mechanisms
- Design and commission industrial automation systems using PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols
- Troubleshoot, optimise, and improve system performance
Embedded Systems Development
- Develop embedded control solutions using microcontrollers and embedded processors
- Integrate sensors, actuators, communication modules, and data acquisition systems
- Support firmware development, hardware bring-up, and system integration activities
What We're Looking For
Essential
Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
7+ years of experience in robotics, mechatronics, automation, embedded systems, or control engineering
Strong understanding of electromechanical systems and system integration
Experience developing functional prototypes and technology demonstrators
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Highly Desirable Skills
ROS / ROS2
Mobile Robotics
Autonomous Systems
Sensor Fusion
MATLAB / Simulink
Python
C / C++
PLC Programming
Motion Control Systems
STM32 / ARM-Based Platforms
SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
Bonus Experience
Research & Development environments
Innovation Centres
Product Development Organisations
Advanced Manufacturing
Commercialisation of New Technologies
We're looking for engineers who:
Love innovation and emerging technologies
Enjoy building and testing real hardware
Are comfortable working across multiple engineering disciplines
Can rapidly convert concepts into working prototypes
Have a genuine passion for robotics, automation, and intelligent systems
Location
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications are welcomed from Saudi nationals currently residing both within the Kingdom and internationally.
Interested?
Apply directly or contact Koality Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
We are particularly interested in speaking with professionals from robotics, autonomous systems, mechatronics, embedded systems, industrial automation, advanced manufacturing, and product development backgrounds.
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