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Job summary

A leading company in industrial automation seeks an ABB Robotics Engineer to design and program robotic systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ABB systems and support system integration while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates must be prepared to travel and work closely with electrical and mechanical teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience
Overtime pay at 1.5 times rate for additional hours
Away-from-home allowance
Cycle to work tax saving scheme
Opportunities for professional growth and training

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3+ years of experience with ABB robotic systems.
  • Proficient in ABB Rapid programming language.
  • Familiar with IRC5 controller architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop robotic automation solutions using ABB robots.
  • Conduct on-site commissioning, testing, and support of robotic cells.
  • Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Problem-solving
Analytical thinking
Effective communication
Teamwork

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or related field

Tools

ABB Robot Studio
ABB Rapid programming language

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled ABB Robotics Engineer to design, program, and support ABB robotic systems across various industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with ABB Robot Studio, IRC5 controllers, and a solid foundation in automation and control systems. This role involves installation, programming, troubleshooting, and optimisation of robotic systems to meet performance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop robotic automation solutions using ABB robots (primarily IRC5 controlled).
  • Program and simulate ABB robotic systems using Robot Studio.
  • Conduct on-site commissioning, testing, and support of robotic cells.
  • Integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, and other automation equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software issues in robotic systems.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams for system integration.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Provide technical training and support to clients or operators as needed.
  • Participate in the continuous improvement of automation and manufacturing processes.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience with ABB robotic systems.

• Proficient in ABB Rapid programming language.

• Strong experience using ABB Robot Studio for offline programming and simulation.

• Familiarity with IRC5 controller architecture.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

Preferred:

• Experience with multi-robot cells.

• Knowledge of other robotics platforms (e.g., KUKA, FANUC) is a plus.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., ProfiNet, Ethernet/IP).

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and logical thinking.

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Willingness to travel for site work, 70%/30% split – 70% at our facility.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Overtime pay at 1.5 times rate offered for additional hours.

• Away-from-home allowance.

• Cycle to work, tax saving salary sacrifice pension scheme.

• Opportunities for professional growth and training.

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