Senior Robotics/Automation Engineer

Altro; Lazio; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading robotics firm in Italy, Lazio, seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to design and deploy robotic solutions, focusing on surface finishing tasks. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in Automation or Robotics Engineering and has experience with industrial robots like UR, KUKA, and ABB. Teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers the chance to work in an agile environment with opportunities for professional growth and immediate impact on efficiency and quality within industrial settings.

Servizi

Collaborative culture

Professional growth opportunities

Agile environment

Competenze

• Working experience with industrial and collaborative robot manipulators like UR, KUKA, ABB.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, building and deploying robotic systems.
• Knowledge regarding the integration of robotic automation systems.

Mansioni

• Design and implement robotic solutions for surface finishing.
• Integrate accessories for specific applications.
• Conduct feasibility analyses and define technical specifications.

Conoscenze

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Formazione

Master’s Degree in Automation / Mechatronics / Robotics Engineering

Strumenti

PLC

Python

C++

RoboDK

Descrizione del lavoro

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and deploy robotic solutions, with particular focus on surface finishing robot workstations
• Study, select and integrate accessories, e.g., surface finishing systems, additional axes, vision systems, designed ad hoc for the specific applications
• Perform feasibility analysis, define technical specifications and functional requirements of robotic automation systems
• Work closely with the customer to understand the manufacturing process by observing operations, taking measurements, reviewing CAD files, and documenting machinery
• Work with the product and engineering teams to improve the customer experience
• Support in defining the long‑term automation and robotics roadmap with a strategic horizon
• Draft detailed technical specifications, align vendors on requirements, and support technical and economic evaluations

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Automation / Mechatronics / Robotics Engineering or equivalent
• Working experience with industrial and collaborative robot manipulators: UR, KUKA, ABB, etc.
• Knowledge of software and tools generally used in industrial automation and control systems such as PLC, software development (Python, C, C++), robotic simulation environments (RoboDK)
• Demonstrated experience in designing, building and deploying robotic systems
• Knowledge regarding the main operations concerning the integration of robotic automation systems (feasibility analyses, technical specifications and functional requirements)
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP
• Knowledge of kinematics, path planning, collision avoidance, control theory
• Excellent problem‑solving and practical skills, and ability to work in a team

Nice to have

• Hands‑on experience in safety design of robotic cells, including risk assessment, safety PLC configuration (e.g., Siemens S7‑1500F with TIA Portal, Beckhoff PLC, Rockwell GuardLogix), programming in IEC61131‑3 languages (Structured Text, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram), design of emergency stop circuits, and compliance with EU Machinery Directive 2006 / 42 / EC, ISO 10218, and ISO / TS 15066 collaborative robot safety standards
• Familiarity with surface finishing processes (sanding, grinding, polishing, deburring) and force‑controlled robot applications

What you will find

• Collaborative culture: you will be working alongside brilliant and motivated people, where knowledge sharing, mutual support, and high standards are at the core of our work
• Immediate impact: the solutions you design will be implemented directly in industrial environments, delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and sustainability
• Professional growth: as part of a rapidly scaling startup, you will assume significant responsibility from the outset, with clear opportunities to progress into technical leadership and strategic roles
• Agile environment: a dynamic and flexible workplace, combining the speed of a startup with a strong focus on excellence and structured execution