Mining Automation Specialist

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia beBeeRobotics Full time $180,000 - $210,000
Robotics and Control Systems Engineer

The future of mining automation is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and innovation. As a robotics and control systems engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the development of next-generation autonomous mining solutions.

Your primary responsibility will be to design, test, and deploy robotic control algorithms for autonomous haulage, drills, dozers, and excavators. This involves combining expertise in robotics, mechatronics, control systems, and embedded software with deep exposure to the realities of mining operations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and integrating robotic control algorithms for autonomous systems
  • Developing and testing safety-critical automation systems, including braking, guidance, and collision avoidance
  • Collaborating with computer vision and perception engineers to fuse GNSS, Lidar, radar, and camera data for machine navigation
  • Contributing to digital twin simulations to validate robotics and fleet automation strategies before deployment
  • Working closely with mining customers to deploy and validate autonomous systems in live mine environments
  • Helping refine and expand RaptorOS to support scaling autonomy across fleets and sites
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must possess a degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or related engineering field. Strong foundation in robotics, control, or automation, including modelling, kinematics, motion planning, and PID/control theory is essential.

Additional requirements include:

  • Experience with embedded systems, C++/Python, or real-time robotics platforms
  • Ability to work across disciplines, including vision, perception, and fleet optimisation
  • Passion for applying robotics to real-world heavy equipment and mining challenges
  • Australian work rights or eligibility to work in Australia

Desirable qualifications include:

  • Exposure to ROS, simulation environments, or autonomous vehicle systems
  • Experience with GNSS, sensor fusion, or safety-critical control systems
  • Previous experience in mining, construction, or industrial automation
Why Join?

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a pioneering project that is transforming the mining industry. You will be working with a talented group of professionals who share your passion for innovation and excellence.

As a member of our team, you can expect:

  • Challenging technical opportunities for international exposure as we expand globally
  • Contribution to making mining safer, more productive, and more sustainable
  • Professional growth and development through training and mentorship programs
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package

Join us and be part of a revolution that is changing the face of mining forever.

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