Job Description
Job title: Robotics Engineer
Location: Bedfordshire – Onsite
Salary: £40,000 DOE
Job Overview:
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:
Essential:
• 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.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• On-site parking