Junior Automation Engineer

Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.

We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as “One Company”, our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, we embrace diversity as a driver of innovation and inclusion, while prioritizing people’s safety and environmental sustainability, even in the most challenging conditions.

Purpose of the position: As Junior Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer you will be part of the Sonsub Business line. Sonsub is Saipem’s center dedicated to the development of technologies, equipment and robotic solutions for subsea operations. At its Italian centers in Marghera and Trieste, systems are conceived and developed for the inspection, monitoring, maintenance and intervention of subsea infrastructure. Activities include the development of advanced subsea vehicles, ROVs and hybrid ROV/AUV systems, together with the related surface and seabed infrastructure. These solutions integrate software, control systems, sensors, communications, electrical systems and actuation.

How can you support us?

Design hardware architectures for data acquisition and control, as well as communication systems, including the selection of components, sensors and actuators and follow-up of solution construction and integration and design and maintain modular, scalable software architectures, connecting high-level autonomy, control, sensing and actuation through distributed middleware, guarantying cybersecurity, reliability, diagnostics, maintainability and system stability throughout design and development.

Develop and optimize algorithms primarily in C++ and Python, including attitude control, path planning, localization, state estimation, navigation, computer vision, manipulation, obstacle avoidance, autonomous docking and machine learning and contribute to robust development practices using Git, code reviews, automated testing, Docker containers, CI/CD, and software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

Develop and use simulation environments to verify algorithms, logic and interfaces before integration on the physical vehicle integrating IINS, sonar, cameras, acoustic sensors, laser scanners, drives, thrusters, manipulators and other payloads or actuators to validate software and algorithms on real hardware, analyzing issues related to communications, drivers, timing, sensors and interfaces.

Prepare technical documentation, test evidence, software configurations and change traceability records.

Participate in testing in laboratories, workshops and test facilities and, when required, in business trips or offshore activities.

What are we looking for?

Education: Recent graduates or junior engineers with a Master’s degree in Information Engineering, with a focus on robotics and automation, such as Control Systems Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Background:

Hands-on experience gained through a thesis, internship, laboratory work, university competitions or personal projects involving software development, control systems, robotics or autonomous systems.

Languages: Good written and spoken English, at least B2 level. Knowledge of Italian is required for effective integration into the local operating environment.

Technical/IT Knowledge: C++ and Python skills (plus C/C#/Java), with experience in Linux development using Git/CMake and debugging. Familiar with ROS/ROS 2 and DDS (or similar), simulation/modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink), and perception/estimation (e.g., OpenCV, sensor fusion; ML a plus). Exposure to Docker, automated testing and CI/CD (incl. SIL/HIL), embedded/microcontrollers, and communication protocols (serial/industrial), plus DAQ, basic cybersecurity and real-time concepts.

What else should you know? Some travelling will be expected within EMEA, Africa, Worldwide, etc

What we can offer to you:

Permanent Contract - CCNL Energia e Petrolio

For home office contract: Pay not lower than 38.000 €

Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, discounts and partnerships, services related to health, family, well-being, and in-house cafeteria.

Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.

Location: Venezia, Italy

Transparency Note

At the end of the selection process, the Company reserves the right to offer a different job level and/or salary package compared to what is indicated in this job posting, in line with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills.

Any deviation shall be duly justified and documented in accordance with internal procedures and the Non-Discrimination Statement. Such deviation shall in no way be related to:

the remuneration received by the candidate in previous employment relationships;

any subjective or discriminatory factors, including but not limited to gender or other personal characteristics.

Regulatory Compliance

The decision is made in compliance with:

the principle of equal pay for the same work or work of equal value;

the pay transparency requirements set out in EU Directive 2023/970 and the relevant national implementing legislation.

Additional Information

We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!

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