Senior Technical Consultant AgriTech Robotics R&D

Job Description
Exciting Opportunity Alert HTC Global Services is hiring a Senior Technical Consultant – AgriTech Robotics R&D for a 6 months extendable contract in Al Ain, UAE (Onsite). HTC Global Services
- a leading CMM level 5 global provider of innovative IT and Business Process Services and Solutions since 1990 with headquarters in Troy, Michigan, USA.

About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Technical Consultant to provide technical and strategic advisory support across innovation initiatives, with a strong focus on Agri-Robotics, automation, emerging technologies, applied engineering and technology commercialization. The consultant will support the identification, evaluation, validation and development of innovative technologies and solutions suitable for challenging environmental conditions.

Key Responsibilities
Agri-Robotics & Automation
- Scout and evaluate global agricultural robotics and automation technologies.
- Assess technology maturity, technical performance, reliability and scalability.
- Evaluate technology suitability for UAE operating conditions.
- Identify technology gaps and opportunities for adaptation.
- Define technical requirements, validation methodologies and pilot programs.
- Review robotics projects and technology partnerships. Technology Scouting & Due Diligence
- Identify emerging technologies, technology companies, research programs and IP opportunities.
- Assess technology readiness and technical feasibility.
- Benchmark technologies against existing and competing solutions.
- Conduct technical due diligence.
- Identify technical risks, limitations and validation requirements. Applied Engineering & Technology Advisory
- Evaluate cooling and thermal management technologies.
- Assess water-related technologies and advanced materials.
- Evaluate solutions designed for high-temperature and water-constrained environments.
- Support pilot projects and technology validation programs.
- Recommend technology adaptation, development or co-development opportunities. Innovation & Commercialization
- Assess innovation portfolios and technology opportunities.
- Support prioritization of technology investments.
- Evaluate market opportunities and commercialization potential.
- Assess partnership, licensing, acquisition and co-development opportunities.
- Support techno-economic assessments and business case development. Mentoring & Capability Development
- Mentor multidisciplinary technical teams.
- Develop technology assessment methodologies.
- Conduct technical workshops and portfolio reviews.
- Support knowledge transfer and internal capability development. Required Qualifications & Experience
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied Sciences or related technical discipline.
- Significant experience in applied engineering, technology development and innovation management.
- Strong experience evaluating emerging technologies and converting technical concepts into deployable solutions.
- Substantial experience in robotics and automation systems.
- Experience evaluating technologies for challenging environmental conditions.
- Proven experience taking technologies from research through field validation, product development, deployment or commercialization.
- Experience in technical assessments, feasibility studies and techno-economic evaluations.
- Strong understanding of technology commercialization and market adoption.
- Experience in innovation strategy, technology investments and portfolio development.
- International experience across industry, academia, startups, research institutions or technology-driven organizations.
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