Robotics Control Systems Engineer | Flexible Working

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Clifton Hampden; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Bonus up to 7%

25 days annual leave + 2.5 days

Flexible working options

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority in Clifton Hampden is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain software for robotic and remote handling systems, with an emphasis on control systems, HMI and real-time performance.

You will contribute to innovative projects within Remote Applications in Challenging Environments, collaborating with teams to deliver robust software and supporting integration, testing and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in control systems development, ideally for robotics or automation.
• Strong software development skills and core engineering principles.
• Experience with C++ and Python.
• Background in mathematical modelling of kinematic and dynamic models.
• Professional registration or working towards them.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain software for robotic and remote handling systems.
• Support specification, integration, testing and commissioning of control systems.
• Provide specialist technical support throughout project delivery.
• Deliver work packages and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for proposals.

Skills

C++

Python

Object-oriented design

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Control Systems Engineering

MSc in Robotics

Tools

PLC systems

AI techniques

HMI design

Control systems design

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority in Clifton Hampden is seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to design, develop and maintain software for robotic and remote handling systems, with an emphasis on control systems, HMI and real-time performance.

You will contribute to innovative projects within Remote Applications in Challenging Environments, collaborating with teams to deliver robust software and supporting integration, testing and commissioning activities.