Job Opportunity: Robotics Task and Motion Planning Intern - Summer 2024

Job Number: 67378

Group: Magna Corporate

Division: Magna Design and Engineering (USA)

Job Type: Intern/Co-op

Location: Troy

About Us

At Magna, our vision is a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. We develop cutting-edge technologies, systems, and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, serving our communities, the planet, and above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Magna is not just one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers; we are a mobility technology company driven by innovation. With over 65 years of expertise, our globally-minded team leverages an interconnected ecosystem of products and complete vehicle expertise to revolutionize mobility across an expanded transportation landscape.

About the Role

Join our Advanced Robotics team within the Corporate Engineering and R&D department as a Research Intern. Our team focuses on developing novel technologies that endow robots with human-like perception and dexterity capabilities. The successful candidate will design, develop, and evaluate Task and Motion Planning algorithms for Articulated Manipulator Robots, working under the guidance of a Robotics Software Technical Specialist. As part of Magna’s Student Program, this role offers practical work experience in your field of study related to the automotive industry.

Your Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and benchmark the performance of Motion Planning algorithms for Articulated Robot Manipulators.
• Implement Motion Planning and Task Planning algorithms in C++ in a ROS 2 environment.
• Create representative case studies to understand solution capabilities and limitations.
• Create, modify, and implement software packages for practical applications.
• Develop evaluation criteria to test and assess system effectiveness.
• Present technical results and provide recommendations based on case studies.

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience in implementing Motion Planning algorithms using OMPL and Move It 2.
• Exemplary coding and scripting abilities in C++, Python, and ROS 2.
• Experience working with ROS 2 and Robotic Manipulators in simulation or on real-world robots.
• Experience in AI, FSM, Behavior Trees, and Task Planning frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Forward/Inverse Kinematics, Robot Dynamics, and Algorithm development.
• Solid foundation in Robotics fundamentals.
• Curious problem solver, team player, and thrive in collaborative, small team environments.

Your Preferred Qualifications

• Current Graduate student preferably in an MS or PhD program focused on Robotics, Motion Planning, Controls, and Task Planning for manipulator robots.

What We Offer

At Magna, we offer an engaging, dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees by providing the support and resources needed to succeed. As a member of our global team, you will enjoy exciting, varied responsibilities and a diverse range of development opportunities. We believe your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we know that a diverse workforce drives our success. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, hiring based on experience and qualifications, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Magna values your privacy; we discourage sending applications via email to comply with GDPR and local Data Privacy laws.

Additional Information:

Company Name: Magna International