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Research Engineer Autonomous Navigation

Geplaatst: 08-10-2024
Sluitingsdatum: 10-11-2024
Organisatie
Saxion
Standplaats
Enschede 
Functietype
Onderzoek / Lector 
Opleidingsniveau
HBO, WO 
Dienstverband
Tijdelijk 
Aanstellingsomvang
min. 0.8 fte, max. 1 fte 
Salarisschaal
max. 11 (€4.361,31 - €6.114,87) 
Opleidingssector
Techniek 

Functie-inhoud

We're looking for an enthusiastic team player, ambitious to learn and grow. Are you always curious about new applications using the latest technology? You like to research in the field of autonomous navigation and you want to contribute to new solutions for society and industry. Then this job might be for you!

This is what you do as Research Engineer Autonomous Navigation

You will design, implement and validate new solutions, resulting in new prototypes and applied solutions in the field of autonomous navigation; Typical examples of application are precise mapping and localization in challenging and featureless environments.

This is where you will work

At Saxion we explore future developments, look beyond our borders and disciplines and drive innovation. By doing this together we contribute to a smarter, safer and more sustainable world. We question how significant technological innovations are and how they can contribute to humanity, society and our planet. 

School of Life Science, Engineering and Design

As Research Engineer  you will be a member of the Smart Mechatronics And RoboTics (SMART) research group. This team is part of the School of Life Science, Engineering and Design (LED). LED offers an inspiring and effective learning, work and research environment, focused on applied technologies and recent national and international developments.

Saxion’s employment terms and conditions

Working at Saxion means working on inspiring, future-oriented education and research. You will fulfil an exciting position, working independently in a dynamic, socially relevant organisation that matters. The position provides you with plenty of opportunities to take initiative and develop.

We also offer the following:

  • The following salary scale: scale 11: min € 4.361 / max € 6.114 (cao-hbo) working on a full-time basis.
  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
  • You will receive a temporary contract, with the possibility of extension.
  • A generous leave policy. For example: if you work full-time and have opted for a 40-hour week you can take 428 hours of leave annually. This means you will have 53.5 holiday leave days, including statutory holiday days and public holidays.
  • Personal development: follow an inspirational webinar, workshop or training course at our internal Saxion Academy, do a career check or explore the possibilities of taking a master’s degree or PhD programme or professional doctorate.
  • The Saxion Hybrid Working Package
  • A comprehensive retirement plan. See the cao-hbo for more information.
  • 100% allowance for travel by public transport and tax benefits on the purchase of a bicycle.

Would you like to find out more about our terms of employment? Check out our webpage.

Job requirements

We seek a professional who fits the job profile below. Does this sound like you? Then this job is ideal for you!

  • Preferably a PhD, but at least Master of Science, in a relevant technical discipline, like computer vision, computer science, mechatronics or relevant engineering field;
  • Knowledge of and experience with sensing and fusion technologies such as LiDAR, Radar and camera based autonomous navigation;
  • Enthusiastic team player, who involves other engineers, companies and students in the project and is driven to contribute to team results;
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience with research or engineering projects;
  • Affinity with education and ability to motivate students.

How to apply

Feeling enthusiastic? Then apply directly for the position of Research Engineer Autonomous Navigation using this application form.

If you have any questions about this position, Then please contact Gerdine Meijer, Team Leader Smart Mechatronics And Robotics Research Group at 06-57620592. Saxion strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. Feel free to apply.

Application procedure

For your diary:

Vacancy open until 10th November, 2024.

  • The 1st job interview is on Tuesday 19th November, 2024between 9.00-13.00.
  • The 2nd job interview is on [Monday 25th November, 2024 between 12.30-14.30.

Please note that this vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates. In the event of candidates with equal merit, internal candidates will be given priority.

Acquisition from employment agencies, based on this vacancy, is not appreciated.

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