Controls Engineer - Robotics

As our new Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software, using a diverse codebase. We use a wide variety of industrial robotic and controls platforms, such as Fanuc and Kuka robots, Beckhoff and Siemens PLCs and many other devices with their own associated environments and languages. You will be confident commissioning new equipment, following detailed user manuals, and debugging common electrical issues.

This role can be Hybrid, with regular travel required to our offices in Bristol and Dorchester. You will be required to visit client sites, across a number of different sectors, including defence. As a result, the successful candidate will need to be a British Citizen and be able to obtain security clearance up to Developed Vetting level.

Essential skills and experience

3+ years of experience programming Fanuc robots at an advanced level

STEM degree, preferably engineering

Experience using Roboguide

Ability to communicate at a high technical level, in both written and verbal English

Willingness, interest, and ability to rapidly learn new technology

Able to work on own initiative and autonomously

Competent diagnosing common electrical issues

Willing and able to travel

Desirable skills and experience

Experience commissioning and programming Siemens S7 PLCs and TIA Portal

PLC programming in IEC (phone number removed) languages (ST essential)

Motion control, including VFD setup and drive tuning

Functional Safety (designing, programming, validating)

Experience with other industrial automation devices

What can we offer you?

A flexible working environment

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Occupational sick pay

Company pension

A friendly and supportive work environment

Generous overnight allowance when travelling