Vice President of Robotics & Simulation Engineering at Vaarst | Torre

Vice President of Robotics & Simulation Engineering

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Full-time

Legal agreement: To be defined

Compensation
GBP60k - 75k/year
~USD79.3k - 99.2k/year
Non-negotiable
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Hybrid (Bridgewater House, Counterslip, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6BX, UK)
Posted almost 3 years ago

Responsibilities


🔵 Requirements ◽ Extensive experience in robotics, simulation engineering, and autonomy. ◽ Proven track record of leadership in a senior management role. ◽ Demonstrated success in developing and bringing innovative robotics and autonomous products to market. ◽ Strong leadership and team management skills. ◽ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. ◽ Ability to interface effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 🔵 Responsibilities ◽ Technical Leadership in Robotics and Simulation: → Lead the technical direction for robotics and simulation engineering. → Maintain expert knowledge in state-of-the-art robotics and simulation technologies. → Ensure technical excellence and innovative approaches in all projects. ◽ Technical Strategy and Vision: → Develop a technical strategy integrating robotics and simulation engineering into business solutions. → Align technical strategy with overall business objectives and market needs. → Oversee the R&D roadmap for robotics and simulation engineering. ◽ Simulation Engineering Expertise: → Enhance simulation environments for testing and validating robotic and perception systems. ◽ Product Development: → Ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of high-quality robotics products. → Focus on key areas like ASV autonomy and Subsea autonomy. ◽ Team Leadership and Development: → Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence. → Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of engineering talent. → Research and Development: → Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies. → Partner in R&D efforts for new technologies enhancing product offerings. ◽ Collaboration and Partnerships: → Cultivate strategic partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and technology vendors. → Collaborate with cross-functional teams for broader business applications. 🔵 Conditions and Benefits ◽ Flexible, hybrid working and a 35-hour work week. ◽ 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days after 6 years + bank holidays. ◽ Sabbaticals at 4 and 6 years; £500 holiday voucher at 2 years. ◽ Private medical insurance, including dental & optical. ◽ Career and learning development through paid courses, conferences, and events. ◽ Curiosity fund – up to £500 for non-role-related learning. ◽ Up to 10% company bonus. ◽ Pension up to 6% company contribution. ◽ Volunteering day for community contribution. ◽ Enhanced maternity and adoption leave. ◽ Cycle to work scheme. ◽ Recognition & rewards for outstanding work and embodying company values. ◽ Various flexible working options. ◽ Sociable team with monthly socials. ◽ Office located 10 minutes from train station, with balcony, fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks.