Senior Robotic Systems Technologist in Workington

This is where your skills play a critical role in keeping everyone safe. Working in Safety, Security & Safeguards gives you the chance to make your mark on some hugely interesting projects. UKNNL does work that nobody else in the sector is doing, and this means we need experts like you to make it possible, whilst keeping everyone safe. We're committed to using nuclear science to benefit society for years to come. This means that you can build a long and successful career here whilst playing a meaningful role in delivering cleaner energy, reducing waste and keeping colleagues and the public out of harm's way.

Robotics Systems Technologists will work in the UKNNL's growing Robotics capability area to support the delivery of the SL and NDA robotics programmes for accelerated decommissioning and increase productivity of Sellafield Plant Operations. This Robotic System Technologist will meet the SQEP requirements of Robotics for Harsh Environments to lead and deliver work programmes from concept through to customer delivery.

• Working with the customer to understand their business requirements for a robotic based solution, providing novel and innovative solutions where required.
• Design and develop software to meet the customer requirements, following UKNNL's procedures for software development and ensuring the appropriate quality for the task.
• Undertaking small and large-scale trials, involving proprietary and bespoke robotics hardware and test rig equipment.
• Ensure all work is undertaken safely, understanding the specific risks of working with robotics systems, and able to supervise work undertaken on the test rig equipment.
• Ensure software implementations meet CS&IA requirements and that solutions follow best practice in cybersecurity.

• Software development experience in C++, Linux & Windows compilers.
• Robotics development skills in KUKA Robot Language (KRL), KUKA Remote Sensor Interface (RSI), Beckhoff PLC programming and data communication engineering.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience of working to a formal Software development lifecycle process.
• Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years' worth of UK residency).

• Good understanding of the Nuclear Industry.
• Understanding of Programmable Electronic Systems (PES) requirements.

UKNNL isn't just a place where you can do career‑defining work that makes a real‑world impact. It's also a place where you'll feel appreciated and valued. We're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is free to be themselves and feel like they belong. We put your wellbeing first, we push you to reach your potential, and we do everything possible to help you feel safe, supported and inspired.

We also offer a range of employee benefits:

• Sector‑leading Family‑Focused Policies: celebrate life events, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and a week off for your marriage.
• UKNNL offers attractive pension plans. If you contribute 5%, UKNNL contributes 15%. Alternatively, if you choose not to contribute (0%), UKNNL will still contribute 10%.
• Annual Leave: Benefit from 25.5 days of leave, plus 4 extra days to be taken during Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays.
• Reduced gym membership with discounts of up to 25% from 3,700 gym and leisure providers across the UK.
• Company Bonus: Be rewarded for your contributions.
• Learning Opportunities: Enhance your skills through excellent development programmes.
• Employee Assistance: Access support for personal and professional challenges.
• Cycle to Work: Stay active and eco‑friendly.
• Life Assurance: Ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Enhanced Sick Pay Benefits: Receive support during illness or injury.
• Access to 'Mydiscounts' which has a range of special offers and discounts from more than 200 suppliers, including medical insurance and dental insurance.
• Health Care: Health savings plan which allows you to claim money back on visits to the dentist, optician and/or physiotherapist (limits apply).

UKNNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where UKNNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures, providing reasonable adjustments as appropriate. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging and the ability to access to workplace in a way which works for you.