Robotics Engineer - FF Academy (4 Openings)

About the Role

We are seeking a Robotics Engineer to join our Engineering team and help design, build, and deploy robotic and automated systems that support FF's vehicle production and next-generation mobility products. You will work at the intersection of mechanical design, electrical/controls engineering, and software, developing robotic solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, prototype, and integrate robotic manipulators, AGVs, end-effectors, and fixtures used in vehicle assembly and testing

- Develop and tune motion control, kinematics, and path-planning algorithms; program industrial robots (FANUC, KUKA, ABB, or similar) and PLC-based automation systems

- Integrate vision systems, force/torque sensors, and other feedback devices for adaptive robotic operations

- Build and run test plans to validate robotic cell performance, cycle time, repeatability, and safety compliance

- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, industrial engineering, and product design teams

- Maintain technical documentation including design specs, risk assessments, and SOPs

- Identify opportunities to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and increase reliability of existing systems

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field

- 1-3+ years of hands-on experience designing, programming, or maintaining robotic or automated systems

- Working knowledge of robot kinematics, motion control, and PLC/HMI programming

- Proficiency in Python or C++

- Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)

- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working hands-on with hardware

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with ROS/ROS2, robotic simulation tools (Gazebo, RoboDK), or digital twin platforms

- Familiarity with automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments

- Experience with machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence) for robotic guidance or inspection

- Fluency in English and Chinese is a plus