We have a current opportunity for a Robotics Research Engineer on a Temporary basis. The position will be based in Abingdon. For further information about this position please apply. Job Description / Job Scope: Provide Research Engineering expertise to research and technology projects. Contribute to developing the research engineering capability of the organisation. Supporting RACE projects and the execution of advanced research project. * Conducting research independently and in collaboration with others, contributing to RRDD deliverables * Responsible for producing reports as required for project deliverables * Responsible for Presenting and publishing work * Designing and developing hardware and software test platforms * Supporting other engineers, scientists, and projects with research expertise * Support projects to develop or improve/extend research over timescales of weeks to years * Diagnose issues and design solutions considering full technical and human context * Contribute to building relationships with internal and external partners to analyse and establish requirements, deliver projects, and define future collaborations * Manage projects and other activities to ensure the aims are achieved with appropriate quality standards, timescales and costs and partners are kept informed * Provide research advice and help to colleagues, including strategic aspects such as project scoping, technology choices, make vs buy decisions, sustainability planning * Contribute to improving UKAEA's research culture and practices * Represent RRDD externally with customers, collaborators, and at external events Expertise in one or more of the following: * Manufacturing processes deployable by robots (laser cleaning, cutting, additive manufacturing, surface preparation, inspection) * Radiation hardening technologies / Radiation tolerant electronics * ML / AI / Digital Infrastructure * Mechanical systems, sensing / non-destructive testing, actuation mechanisms * Dynamic modelling and systems identification * Control theory * Intelligent control for manipulation or position control Qualifications Required: * Expertise in any specialist area specified in the Job Scope for this position * Degree in a scientific, engineering, or technical subject or equivalent knowledge and experience * Understanding of Engineering design process principles and application * Broad understanding of Robotics * Appetite and ability to research and learn about new technologies and domains and to judge how to apply and share this knowledge * Good interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven ability to function as part of a team * Ability to communicate effectively, collaborate and influence people with various roles and backgrounds * An excellent working knowledge of English Experience Required * Experience of developing high-quality software used in relevant applications * Experience of applying, adapting, and promoting good development practices throughout the entire research lifecycle * Experience in Research Engineering Desired Experience: * Established publication record * Postgraduate research degree or equivalent experience. * For candidates with a software background - experience in ROS, experience with Unreal Engine, experience in the design of human-machine interfaces, experience in applied AI or ML for operations * Experience of on-site deployments or demonstrations of research * Experience of supporting collaborative research activities * Experience of supervising and mentoring others in a research project context * Experience of conducting research in an operational environment with change control, monitoring and support arrangements * Experience of developing risk assessments and mitigation plans in relation to physical trials * Knowledge of public sector procurement processes * Chartered Engineer or Physicist qualification Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.