Senior Perception Engineer

Job Posting Overview

United. Inspired. Performance unites us, innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

About us. Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.

We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities. Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date 
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine 
• Wellness program 
• Employee discounts 
• Short and long-term disability insurance 
• Life and AD&D insurance 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• 401(k) plan 
• Direct deposit 
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Paid Vacation 
• Paid Sick Time

Join Our Team as a Senior Perception Engineer at Epiroc!

The Senior Perception Engineer will participate in the entire development life cycle for solving challenging obstacle detection and obstacle avoidance problems for mining haul trucks on the Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) product. Duties include, but are not limited to, requirements decomposition, development, design, implementation, testing, and support. Realize external and internal customer requirements for obstacle detection and avoidance.

Work Type: Hybrid

Shift Timings: 40 hours a week

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop obstacle detection and obstacle avoidance algorithms in C++ and Python in a Linux development environment using ROS2 middleware
• Participates in the product development lifecycle for obstacle detection and obstacle avoidance applications in harsh environmental environments (dust, rain, snow, fog) which include requirements refinement, design, development, testing, and documentation following Scrum methodologies
• Team player who collaborates closely with other team members on design reviews and code reviews to not only ensure individual success but also help others be successful
• Adopts a data-driven and objective approach to understanding problems and defining solutions
• Analyzes production data to diagnose and correct defects
• Evaluates and optimizes algorithms for computational efficiency
• Evaluate and test a variety of perception sensors including but not limited to LiDAR, RADAR, and cameras.
• Collaborates with cross-functional engineering (systems, electrical, mechanical, software) teams for defining interfaces and ensuring smooth integration
• Works closely with the product team to ensure that customer/business requirements and constraints are clear before any design is done
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication for highly technical concepts
• Adopts a testing-first mentality, including unit testing, integration testing, and system testing
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Formal Education Requirement: Bachelor’s in Engineering. Masters Degree or PhD in Engineering preferred with an emphasis on Robotics
• Minimum Years of Experience Necessary:
• Bachelor’s: 5+ years of experience
• Masters/PhD: 3+ years of experience
• Strong proficiency in ROS2 and Linux environments
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages
• Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming design patterns and SOLID design principles
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions on time
• Experience with developing and integrating software and tuning for obstacle detection and obstacle avoidance
• Experience using Git version control
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Strong understanding of sensor technology such as LiDAR, RADAR, and camera
• Strong understanding of sensor fusion, perception-aided localization, and obstacle classification algorithms, particularly in harsh environments (dust, rain, snow, fog)
• Advanced innovation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Exhibits commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
• Experience with machine learning algorithms is a plus
• Experience with developing algorithms for GPUs using CUDA is a plus
• Experience in Mining industry is a plus
• Ability to travel (including international) up to 10% per year

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

Join us, and be part of a diverse, innovative and highly collaborative team. An inclusive workplace that allows people to thrive. Inclusion is foundational for our Epiroc culture. We want all our people to have a strong sense of belonging. As we work in diverse teams across geographies, cultures, and professional areas, inclusive behavior is something we expect from ourselves and each other. We are continually looking for ways to strengthen our inclusive culture.

A place where we all matter. Epiroc’s diversity approach is holistic, and our goal is to continue attracting, developing and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Employment at Epiroc is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in a signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. Signature of this document serves as acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

United. Inspired. Performance unites us, Innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward. In the 150 countries where you can find Epiroc, we encourage our employees to take ownership of their own development and careers with the support of their leaders. We are committed to giving you every opportunity to succeed in a culture of innovation, diversity, and collaboration, combined with a caring atmosphere.

Diversity and sustainability are key to growing fresh and innovative ideas and solutions for our customers. Epiroc is a leading manufacturer for the mining and infrastructure industries. Learn more at Epiroc.com.