Robotics Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automation business in the UK is seeking a skilled ABB Robotics Engineer to join its projects team. This role offers the opportunity to manage robotic automation projects from design to commissioning, requiring strong expertise in ABB robotics technology. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering and experience with ABB RAPID programming, contributing to innovative solutions in diverse industrial applications.

Benefits

Overtime pay and stay-away allowance

Ongoing training and professional development

Varied workload with exciting projects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience with ABB robotics systems.
• Proficient in programming and simulation using ABB technology.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robotic automation systems using ABB robots.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, and sensors.
• Perform commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on-site.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechatronics

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering

Degree or diploma in Robotics

Tools

ABB RAPID programming language

RobotStudio

IRC5 architecture

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A well-established and growing automation business is seeking a skilled ABB Robotics Engineer to join its dynamic projects team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of robotic automation projects from design through to commissioning.

This role involves working across a range of industrial applications, providing innovative solutions using ABB robotics technology.

Package:

• Overtime pay and stay-away allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A varied workload with opportunities to work on exciting, technically challenging projects
• Approx. 70% on-site, 30% off-site/travel

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop robotic automation systems using ABB robots (primarily IRC5 controlled).
• Program and simulate systems using ABB RobotStudio.
• Perform on-site commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, and sensors.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams on system integration.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Support clients and operators with technical training.
• Contribute to process improvements in automation and manufacturing.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working with ABB robotics systems.
• Proficient in the ABB RAPID programming language.
• Strong working knowledge of RobotStudio and IRC5 architecture.
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.