Robotic Application Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Runshaw Moor; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Robotic Application Engineer to work on innovative automation and robotics projects. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, relevant qualifications, and the ability to travel extensively across the UK. Key responsibilities include installing automated solutions, configuring AGV routes, and delivering customer training and support.

Benefits

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Full Company Benefits Package including Bonus Scheme

Ongoing training and certification

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK (up to 80%).
• Experience in commissioning complex systems.
• Knowledge of industrial robotics or automation projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and deliver automated material handling solutions.
• Configure AGV routes and parameters.
• Conduct testing, validation, and customer acceptance of systems.

Skills

Strong programming skills in KIWI, C, C++, MATLAB, or Python

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer-facing skills

Education

Qualification in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar

Job description

Overview

Robotic Application Engineer

Salary: £36,000 - £40,000

Shift: Monday to Friday Days (39.5 Hours)

Location: Covering Clients in the Northwest (Field Based)

We are seeking a Robotic Application Engineer to join a leading client, specialising in driverless transport systems (AGVs and AMRs). This role is ideal for an engineer with strong programming ability, hands-on technical expertise, and a passion for cutting-edge automation technology.

Duties

Duties of the Robotic Application Engineer:

• Install, commission, and deliver automated material handling solutions (AGVs/AMRs) to customers.
• Configure AGV routes, parameters, and coding to align with project specifications.
• Conduct testing, validation, and customer acceptance of systems.
• Support risk/impact assessments with Project Managers.
• Deliver on-site training, technical consultancy, and remote support.
• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for customers.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful outcomes, both technically and financially.

Skills / Qualifications

Skills Required for the Robotic Application Engineer role:

• Strong programming skills in KIWI, C, C++, MATLAB, or Python (essential).
• Qualification in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.
• Knowledge of industrial robotics or automation projects (advantageous).
• Experience in commissioning complex systems.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK (up to 80%).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer-facing skills.
• Full driving licence required.

Benefits

Benefits for the Robotic Application Engineer:

• Work on innovative automation and robotics projects with global impact.
• Be part of a collaborative team driving the future of driverless systems.
• Gain full certification and ongoing training to develop your career.
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Full Company Benefits Package including Bonus Scheme.

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Matthew Lye at Pioneer Selection

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