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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Robotics Systems Architect (Technical Lead) - **Company:** VITO - **Location:** Genk, Belgium (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Computer Engineering, Kinematics, Motion Planning, Open Source Technology, Software Architecture, Robotic Automation Software, Sensor Fusion, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Digital Twin, Mobile Robots - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.vito.be/o/senior-robotics-systems-architect-technical-lead ## About the Role Are you an experienced robotics engineer who can turn ambitious ideas into working prototypes that will shape the future of the construction sector? Do you combine technical depth with the ability to guide and inspire fellow engineers and innovation partners? Are you excited by autonomous mobile robots, AI-enabled robotics, advanced automation and construction innovation? Then join us at VITO and help shape the future of construction robotics., * A Master's or PhD degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline * At least 8 years of experience in robotics R&D, robotic system development or advanced automation, preferably within applied research or industrial innovation * Demonstrated experience designing and integrating complex robotic systems from concept to prototype validation * Strong expertise in robotic systems engineering, software architecture and system integration, including ROS2 and modern robotics software development practices * Experience integrating industrial robots, collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots or other advanced robotic platforms * Solid understanding of robot kinematics, motion planning, control, perception and AI-enabled robotics * A hands-on engineering mindset with the ability to combine strategic technical thinking with practical implementation * Experience working in multidisciplinary development teams involving software, electronics, mechanics and application experts * Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and technically guide fellow engineers * Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Dutch is considered an asset Bonus Skills * Experience with construction robotics, field robotics, mobile manipulation or autonomous outdoor robotic systems * Experience with robot perception, computer vision, sensor fusion or AI for robotics * Experience integrating robotic hardware, embedded systems and safety architectures * Experience with simulation and digital twins (Gazebo, Isaac Sim or similar) * Experience coordinating technical work packages or leading engineering teams within collaborative R&D projects * Experience with European research and innovation projects (Horizon Europe, Interreg, VLAIO, etc.) * A track record of translating research into demonstrators, industrial pilots or commercial innovation * Experience contributing to open-source robotics software or reusable robotics platforms ## Description As Senior Robotics Systems Architect (Technical Lead), you will play a central role in shaping the technical direction of CRIB's rapidly growing robotics activities. Working at the intersection of robotics, automation, AI, and construction engineering, you will lead the design and integration of next-generation robotic systems for industrialised construction and renovation. This is a hands-on technical leadership role. You will define system architectures, guide the technical development of robotic platforms, mentor fellow robotics engineers, and actively contribute to the implementation of innovative robotic solutions. Together with an interdisciplinary team of robotics and construction experts, you will help transform ambitious research ideas into robust, scalable and impactful technologies. You will help establish reusable robotics platforms and engineering practices that enable CRIB to efficiently develop successive generations of robotic solutions across multiple research and innovation projects. You will * Lead the technical architecture and systems integration of robotic platforms for construction and industrial renovation * Design and develop robotic solutions integrating mobile platforms, robotic manipulators, custom mechatronics, sensors, AI, and digital construction workflows * Actively contribute to the implementation of robotic systems, including software (architecture) development, system integration, testing and validation * Provide technical leadership to the robotics team, coaching colleagues and helping establish engineering best practices, reusable software and hardware building blocks, and common system architectures * Collaborate closely with experts in mechatronics, controls, AI, sensing, digital construction and building technologies to develop integrated robotic solutions * Contribute as senior technical expert to Flemish and European research and innovation projects across the CRIB portfolio * Translate emerging robotics technologies into practical applications with industrial relevance. * Support proposal development and help shape future robotics research directions together with the CRIB management team * Further develop CRIB's robotics infrastructure, including the robotic workshop and outdoor construction robotics test environment * Represent VITO in collaborations with leading research organisations, including Flanders Make and BuildWise, industrial partners and European research consortia * Act as a technical ambassador for the team by sharing research results at conferences and robotics events, contributing to publications, and coaching junior researchers and PhD students where appropriate ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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