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Third Wave Automation (TWA) is looking for experienced Robotics Engineers to join our team and work on the automation stack for our forklifts.
As TWA expands with successful customer deployments, we are adding people that can help drive successful outcomes by improving and enhancing our automation software.
As we are still an early stage company, the ideal candidate will be a strong generalist who can work across motion planning, vehicle command, perception and prediction and help to make the right design trade-offs as we identify new features and scope for our product.
You will be part of a core team working to pioneer new solutions while also driving product maturity to support our rapid growth projections.
We empower our team with an AI-first engineering culture.
We believe in leveraging LLMs and generative tools to accelerate problem-solving, automate the mundane, and allow our engineers to focus on the high-level architectural and safety challenges unique to autonomous robotics.
We believe in a strong coaching and mentoring culture to continuously improve our most valuable asset: our people.
An advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Robotics or a related quantitative field.
Experience with perception systems and their integration into planning pipelines.
A strong understanding of product development processes for mission-critical systems.
A proven history of providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers.
Experience with supporting shipping products .
Experience in safety systems and satisfying certification requirements (e.g., ISO 3691, ISO 13849, CE Marking, etc.)
Our Core Values:
Safety. We consider safety in everything we do.
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Union City, USA
Company Description Third Wave Automation is a rapidly growing startup that has demonstrated its core technology components, proven its market fit, and just closed its Series C funding. If you are excited about cutting e
Union City, USA
Company Description Third Wave Automation is a rapidly growing startup that has demonstrated its core technology components, proven its market fit, and just closed its Series C funding. If you are excited about cutting e
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
Union City, USA
People. We care about our teammates as people.
Encouragement. We encourage teaching, asking questions, and sharing opinions.
Transparency. We are transparent and sincere in our actions.
A robust set of benefits and perks:
Comprehensive benefits. Health, Dental, Vision, and a 401k matching program, to boot!
Flexible working schedule. Be productive when you work best.
Show & Tell. We love to learn from one another, and see the cool stuff everyone is working on!
Meals are covered. Lunch is provided every day, and dinner for those evenings that run long.
Stacks of snacks. Donuts are a main food group, and the snack shelf is always stocked with a wide variety of items.
Great teammates. One of the best parts of working here!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We value each person's expertise and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
All qualified applicants able to work in the United States are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H-1 visas subject to fees required by the ‘Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers’ Presidential Proclamation dated September 21, 2025.
This job is based in Union City at least thee days a week and offer no relocation assistant. The pay range for this position is $135,000 - $235,000/yr+ benefits+equity; however, base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location.
Develops autonomous forklift systems for warehouse material handling.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsUSD 135000-235000 yearly / year
Full-time
Senior · 5+ years experience
Onsite
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