Warren
Robotics Data Collection Engineer
Warren, MI | On-Site (5 days/week)
Position Summary
Join General Motors' Automation, Robotics & Controls (ARC) AI team as a Robotics Data Collection Engineer. In this hands-on role, you will work directly with advanced robotic systems to collect, organize, and validate training data that enables AI-powered robotic manipulation in automotive manufacturing. You'll contribute to building the datasets that power the next generation of intelligent manufacturing automation at GM's Warren Technical Center.
Key Responsibilities
Collect high-quality robot telemetry, sensor, and visual data from manufacturing robotic systems in lab and production-like environments
Operate and monitor robotic systems, GELLO teleop interfaces, and data collection hardware
Organize, label, and validate data according to established annotation guidelines and quality standards
Perform manual annotation and verification when necessary to generate high-quality ground truth labels
Execute data collection campaigns following documented protocols and experimental designs
Troubleshoot data collection issues and document problems for engineering teams
Collaborate with AI engineers, robotics engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure data meets model training requirements
Required Qualifications
College or bachelor's degree in engineering, ME or EE preferred
Ability to work on-site at Warren Technical Center, 5 days per week
Attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures and documentation
Reliability, accountability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong, demonstrated hands-on experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial or collaborative robotic arms.
Proficiency in Linux environments and basic scripting (e.g., Python) to interface with robotic systems and manage data pipelines.
Proven experience working directly with perception sensors and hardware, alongside a solid understanding of how to capture and validate high-quality sensor data.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with robotics, manufacturing, or data collection
Familiarity with Python, Linux, or data tools (beneficial but not required)
Experience operating or troubleshooting technical equipment
Basic understanding of machine learning, AI, or data annotation concepts
Experience in automotive or manufacturing environments
What We Offer
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge robotics and AI technology
Opportunity to contribute to transformative manufacturing automation
Collaborative team environment with world-class engineers and researchers
Work Environment
This position is based at GM's Warren Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. You will work on-site 5 days per week in lab and manufacturing environments. The role involves standing, walking, and handling equipment. Safe work practices and adherence to GM safety standards are essential.
