Robotics Software Engineer

Dasrite Clothing; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovation company in Dorchester is seeking a Software Engineer passionate about robotics and automation. In this full-time, onsite role, you will develop high-performance automation systems. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of programming experience, particularly in C#, and a STEM degree. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working environment, and various benefits including 25 days holiday and a company pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday buy/sell options

Generous overnight allowance when traveling

Friendly and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years industrial programming experience.
• Solid understanding of engineering concepts required.
• Experience in full-stack web applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend software and HMI.
• Program machine control and PLC systems.
• Implement real-time motion control.
• Work on robot and device programming.

Skills

Industrial programming experience (C# preferable)

Robotics / Automation experience

STEM degree

3D Machine vision experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills in English

Willingness to travel

Education

STEM degree

Tools

C# (.NET, ASP.NET)

Web design (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

PLC programming (IEC61131-3)

Embedded programming (C/C++)

Job description

Are you passionate about robotics and cutting-edge automation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our team of innovators developing high-performance automation systems across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

1. Backend Software Development
2. HMI Development
3. Machine Control & PLC Programming
4. Real-Time Motion Control
5. Robot & Device Programming

Essential Skills & Experience

• 2+ years industrial programming experience (C# preferable)
• Robotics / Automation experience
• STEM degree with a solid understanding of engineering concepts
• 3D Machine vision experience
• Passion for learning new skills and solving problems
• Ability to communicate at a technical level, in both written and verbal English
• Willing and able to travel

Desirable Skills & Experience

• C# experience (.NET, ASP.NET)
• Web design experience (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Experience in engineering environments
• PLC programming (IEC61131-3)
• Embedded programming (C/C++) e.g., ARM Cortex M / ESP32 / Arduino
• Experience developing and maintaining full-stack web applications
• Halcon 3D
• OpenCV
• Point Clouds

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in line with experience
• Genuine opportunities to learn, grow, and develop
• A flexible working environment
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday buy/sell options
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Generous overnight allowance when traveling

This is a full-time, onsite, permanent role. Due to the nature of the business, candidates must be based in the UK and undergo security clearance checks.