Robotics Engineer

Job title: Robotics Engineer

Location: Bedfordshire – Onsite

Salary: £40,000 DOE

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled ABB Robotics Engineer to design, program, and support ABB robotic systems across various industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ABB Robot Studio, IRC5 controllers, and a solid foundation in automation and control systems. This role involves installation, programming, troubleshooting, and optimisation of robotic systems to meet performance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop robotic automation solutions using ABB robots (primarily IRC5 controlled).
• Program and simulate ABB robotic systems using Robot Studio.
• Conduct on-site commissioning, testing, and support of robotic cells.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, and other automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software issues in robotic systems.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams for system integration.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide technical training and support to clients or operators as needed.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of automation and manufacturing processes.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience with ABB robotic systems.

• Proficient in ABB Rapid programming language.

• Strong experience using ABB Robot Studio for offline programming and simulation.

• Familiarity with IRC5 controller architecture.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

Preferred:

• Experience with multi-robot cells.

• Knowledge of other robotics platforms (e.g., KUKA, FANUC) is a plus.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP).

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and logical thinking.

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Willingness to travel for site work, 70%/30% split – 70% at our facility.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Overtime pay at 1.5 times rate offered for additional hours.

• Away-from-home allowance.

• Cycle to work, tax saving salary sacrifice pension scheme.

• Opportunities for professional growth and training.

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Employee mentoring programme

• Free parking

• On-site parking