Robotics Engineer

Industrial & Energy Technology team at Baker Hughes turns innovative ideas into real industrial solutions. The team develops robotics & automation technologies from early concepts through prototyping, testing, and industrial adoption.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to automation and robotics projects, supporting activities across different project phases and on different TRLs, including technical planning, coordination, and progress tracking.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, service, and sourcing teams, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of industrial solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and project updates to communicate progress and results.
• Identify and support process improvement and automation opportunities in industrial and laboratory environments.
• Contribute to the definition and evolution of automation and robotics roadmaps, aligned with business and technology needs.
• Collaborate with universities, research centers, and technology partners, contributing to innovation and early‑stage technology evaluation.
• Participate in technology scouting activities and support supplier and solution assessments.
• Support the definition of technical specifications and contribute to technical and economic evaluations.
• Take part in design reviews, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for industrialized solutions.
• Participate in Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) assessments during laboratory testing, piloting, and industrialization.
• Support laboratory activities, including equipment usage, maintenance coordination, and introduction of new tools and instruments.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering (Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Electronics, or related fields).
• Background, experience or exposure to automation, robotics, AI, or industrial systems, gained through academic projects, research, or professional experience.
• Interest in industrial robotics, automation systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and multicultural teams.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Awareness of safety principles in laboratory or industrial environments.
• Motivation to grow technically, take increasing responsibility, and contribute to impactful projects.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours, supporting work–life balance.
• Hybrid working, combining on‑site activities with remote work when possible.
• A role based in Florence, within a strong technical and innovation ecosystem.
• Onboarding and continuous learning opportunities.
• Technical growth and exposure to real industrial projects.
• Work–life balance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Life insurance, disability programs, and additional benefits.

Additional Information

Grade: 10

Internal Title: Engineer 1, Automation & Control, Disciplinary Engineering and Science

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