Robot Simulation Engineering Intern (m/f/d) at Synapticon

Schönaich, Baden-Württemberg, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

MuJoCo, Isaac Sim, ROS2, Python, C++, Reinforcement Learning, Stable Baselines3, Robot Simulation, Physics Modeling, USD/Omniverse, ros2_control, Motion Control

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We're looking for a motivated Robot Simulation Intern (ideally 6 months, mandatory internship) to join our Robotics team in Schönaich (close to Stuttgart), with a flexible start date. If you're excited about building physics-accurate robot models and closing the loop between simulation and real hardware — this is where your work makes a direct impact on humanoid robot development. HERE'S WHERE YOU MAKE AN IMPACT Import and tune robot models for MuJoCo and Isaac Sim — making sure the simulated robot behaves as close to the physical one as possible Build ROS2 simulator bridges, including ros2_control sim backends and topic bridging, to connect simulation and real-world control stacks Calibrate contact and friction parameters against hardware measurements — the detail work that makes simulation physically meaningful rather than just visually convincing Set up RL training environments using Stable Baselines3 or similar frameworks, enabling motion policy evaluation before hardware is available WHO YOU ARE Enrolled MSc student in Robotics, Computer Science, or Engineering — with a genuine interest in the intersection of simulation and physical systems Strong Python skills, with working knowledge of C++ for performance-critical parts You've worked with MuJoCo and/or Isaac Sim (Omniverse/USD) and know what it takes to get a model behaving realistically Comfortable with ROS2 basics; experience with simROS2 integration is a plus Familiar with RL fundamentals — enough to understand what a training environment needs to actually be useful WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Flexible working hours when life takes unexpected turns Company support for gym memberships through Wellpass Birthday vouchers Drinks and coffee (free of charge, of course) Snacks and fruit for all employees, as well as breakfast every Monday Regular global team-building events such as boot camps, skiing, and summer BBQs An international team with long-term prospects Highly competent colleagues who are experts in their field and happy to support you in your learning and growth Modern office space Our company's WG (upon availability) About us HACKING THE PHYSICS AND ECONOMICS OF MOTION CONTROL WITH DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY At Synapticon, we are revolutionizing motion control for robotics and machines—right at the point of motion. Our approach is completely new: we integrate previously separate components such as motors, drives, sensors, and gearboxes into seamless units. At the same time, we are digitizing performance and quality factors that previously depended on expensive mechanical manufacturing. World-leading innovators are choosing Synapticon to pave their way into the future of intelligent, motion-controlled systems. Be part of our success story – apply now at Synapticon!

Responsibilities

The intern will import and tune physics-accurate robot models in MuJoCo and Isaac Sim to match real hardware behavior. They will also build ROS2 simulator bridges and set up RL training environments for motion policy evaluation.