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Robotics

Work description

• Development of a sensory payload that can be integrated into a prototype of an unmanned aerial vehicle to be developed.


• Develop sensor integration and development of multimodal sensor information fusion software to develop a perception system for detecting obstacles and possible collisions and modeling and mapping on the sea surface.


• Development of an inspection system for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Development of an inventory management system in an industrial environment using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles - Implement the implementation of algorithms in the ROS framework.


• Exercise a critical spirit in evaluating the process and results obtained.

Academic Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Minimum profile required

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and over 3 years of proven experience in the development of robotic platforms in terms of hardware and software.


• Participation in scientific projects and writing scientific documents.

Preference factors

• Over 3 years of experience in developing robotic platforms, their conceptualization and design.


• Previous experience in software development using the ROS and ROS2 frameworks.


• Advanced knowledge of C, C++ and Python programming languages, with an emphasis on applications for robotic systems.


• Experience in 3D modeling using Solidworks.


• Previous experience in using simulation tools, such as Stonefish and Gazebo, for testing and validating robots in virtual environments.


• Practical experience in design and production of PCBs, with knowledge of tools such as KiCad.


• Ability to integrate sensors, actuators and other devices into embedded systems, with experience in communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN and RS-232/RS-485.


• Experience in development with FreeRTOS for embedded systems.


• Experience using version control tools, such as Git, for collaborative software development.


• Familiarity with the ARM Cortex-M architecture.

Application Period

Since 03 Jan 2025 to 16 Jan 2025

Centre

Robotics and Autonomous Systems

Scientific Advisor

José Miguel Almeida

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment


• A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.


• International projects


• The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.


• Mentoring


• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.


• Self Improvement


• The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.


• Other Benefits and Perks


• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.


• Informal Events


• Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.

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