Robot & Automation Engineer: Concept to Commissioning

TXM Recruit

Bedford

On-site

GBP 48,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking a Robot & Automation Engineer to join a specialist engineering business in Bedford, delivering automated assembly solutions across automotive and industrial sectors. You will be part of a small team developing, programming and commissioning automated systems.

The role covers concept to commissioning, offline simulations, hardware integration and robot programming, with ABB or FANUC robot experience preferred. A hands-on problem-solver will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with industrial robot programming.
Experience with upfront EIO programming and robot set-up.
Experience with offline robot programming and simulation.
Experience setting up and integrating associated automation hardware.
Previous experience with ABB or FANUC robots.
Ability to work across upfront design/simulation and hands-on programming and commissioning.
Strong problem-solving and technical ability.

Responsibilities

Develop initial concepts and offline robot simulations.
Support technical specifications and equipment sourcing.
Develop automated systems and simulated layouts.
Robot programming and initial hardware set-up.
Hands-on system building, programming and integration.
Commission automated systems at customer sites.
Support final system integration and customer handover.
Work with equipment including weld guns, weld timers, MIG, sealant and gluing equipment, cameras and vision systems.
Collaborate with wider engineering team from concept to completion.