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 . 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 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) (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