Robotics Field Service Engineer

Automation Experts; Houghton Conquest; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Overtime pay

Laptop

Mobile phone

Pension scheme

Job summary

Automation Experts is seeking a Robotics Field Service Engineer for nationwide field work with a strong workshop component. You will diagnose and repair robotic systems, primarily ABB, FANUC, and KUKA, across customer sites and our Bedfordshire workshop.

The role requires hands-on fault-finding, component replacement, and proactive support to minimise downtime. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are essential, with overtime opportunities and a company van provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial robotics, automation, maintenance or field service engineering.
• Practical fault-finding and repair of robotic systems.
• Knowledge of ABB and FANUC robots and their controllers.
• KUKA experience would be a significant advantage.
• Confident diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults and identifying faulty components.
• Able to distinguish robot faults from PLC or automation equipment issues.
• Understanding of industrial control systems and manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on approach to repairs and part replacement.
• Strong problem-solving and independent working skills.
• Customer-focused communication and driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site fault-finding, repairs and maintenance on industrial robotic systems.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical and robot faults to identify root causes.
• Replace faulty components and restore robotics to full operation.
• Service and maintain ABB, FANUC and KUKA robots.
• Support customers with breakdowns and technical issues to minimise downtime.
• Determine whether faults originate in robot, PLC, or automation equipment.
• Test components in workshop to ensure parts are ready for dispatch.
• Assist with spare parts and other workshop duties when not on-site.
• Provide technical support and respond to service requests from customers.
• Complete service reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Field service engineering

Fault-finding

Electrical & mechanical fault diag

Customer-focused communication

Full UK driving licence

Education

HNC/HND or Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechatronics/Robotics/Automation

Tools

ABB robots

FANUC robots

KUKA robots

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

Job description

Robotics Field Service Engineer

£45-60k + Paid Overtime + Van

UK Wide Field-Based Role

Must be Commutable to Bedfordshire based office

Ref: 25770

Are you an experienced Robotics Service Engineer looking for a varied, hands-on role combining field service with workshop-based engineering?

Join an established robotics and automation business supporting customers across the UK with the fault-finding, repair and maintenance of industrial robotic systems. Working primarily with ABB, FANUC & KUKA robots, you’ll help customers minimise downtime by diagnosing faults, replacing components and getting equipment back up and running.

This is an opportunity to join a growing service team, offering a varied workload split between customer site visits and workshop support.

The Role:

• Carry out on-site fault-finding, repairs and maintenance on industrial robotic systems.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical and robot-related faults to identify the root cause of equipment issues.
• Replace faulty components and support the restoration of robotic systems to full working order.
• Service and maintain industrial robotics, with a focus on ABB, FANUC & KUKA
• Support customers with breakdowns and technical issues, helping to minimise production downtime.
• Identify whether faults originate within the robot, PLC or associated automation equipment.
• Test and check components in the workshop to ensure parts are ready for dispatch to customers.
• Assist with spare parts activities and other workshop engineering duties when not attending customer sites.
• Provide technical support to existing customers and respond to requests for service and repair assistance.
• Complete service reports and maintain accurate records of work carried out.
• Follow company procedures and site-specific health and safety requirements.
• Travel to customer sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays where necessary.

The role offers a flexible mix of field service and workshop duties. Some weeks may involve several days at customer sites, while others will focus more on workshop activities. Most customer visits are completed within a day, with overnight accommodation available when required.

The Person:

• Experience in industrial robotics, automation, maintenance or field service engineering.
• Practical experience fault-finding and repairing industrial robotic systems.
• Knowledge of ABB and FANUC robots and their associated controllers.
• KUKA experience would be a significant advantage.
• Confident diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults and identifying faulty components.
• Able to distinguish between robot-related faults and issues with PLCs or associated automation equipment.
• A good understanding of industrial control systems and manufacturing environments.
• A practical, hands-on approach to repairs, component replacement and fault diagnosis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently at customer sites.
• Professional communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel throughout the UK.
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office, as the role includes regular workshop-based duties as well as field service.
• Experience with PLC systems such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Mitsubishi, industrial safety systems, robot programming or commissioning would be advantageous. An HNC/HND or apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics or Automation Engineering is also desirable.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience and technical capability.
• Company van for business use, including commuting to and from the office.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 38 hours worked.
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing technical development and opportunities to broaden your experience across different robot manufacturers.
• The opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to the development of its service engineering capability.
• Working Hours:Monday to Friday, with flexibility required to support customer breakdowns and shutdown periods at sites UK Wide.

For further information please contactSarah Clarke