Job Description
Job Title: SME – Robotics & Physical AI
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nDescription:
nThe CoE – Robotics & Drones is a global Center-of-Excellence role responsible for defining, standardizing, and governing the use of robotics and unmanned systems within AI-ready and hyperscale data centers.
nThis role serves as the technical authority for robotic inspection, autonomous monitoring, and drone-based assessment capabilities that improve safety, speed, and operational reliability in mission-critical environments.
nThe position establishes global frameworks for deploying ground robotics and aerial drones to support facility inspections, thermal analysis, security patrols, and operational intelligence.
nThe role supports smart hands services, remote inspections, and predictive maintenance programs where human access is constrained or risk-prone.
nThis is a strategic role shaping how AI data centers leverage autonomous systems for safer, faster, and more reliable operations
nKey Responsibilities:
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- Define and govern global robotics and drone adoption strategies for AI and hyperscale data centersn
- Develop use cases for robotic and drone-based inspections, monitoring, and assessmentsn
- Design autonomous and semi-autonomous inspection workflows for server halls, rooftops, and critical infrastructuren
- Establish standards for robotic navigation, obstacle avoidance, and operational safetyn
- Integrate thermal, visual, acoustic, and environmental sensors into inspection workflowsn
- Define drone-based inspection models for external infrastructure and hard-to-access areasn
- Develop procedures for hotspot detection, airflow anomalies, water leak identification, and equipment degradationn
- Integrate robotic and drone outputs with CMMS and ticketing systems for automated work ordersn
- Enable data integration with DCIM and Digital Twin platforms for contextual visualizationn
- Define safety, compliance, and regulatory frameworks for robotic and drone operationsn

📌 Robotics Specialist (Noida)
🏢 HCLTech
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