Position: Senior Robotics EngineerSalary: £60,000 - £70,000Location: BedfordHours: Mon - Thurs 8am - 5pm. Fri 8am - 2:30pm.Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Robotics Engineer to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Bedford.Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Senior Robotics Engineer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the factory's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.The successful candidate will have experience and background in robot programming, specifically ABB and Mitsubishi and have worked on automation systems.The role:
Confidently design and implement software for some or all aspects of capital machinery assemblies and sub-assemblies from the ground up for use in the food industry in line with company standards and current legislation.
Performing software design calculations where required; speed calcs, motor sizing, control equipment required to facilitate the application.
Determining and implementing test criteria for automation productivity, safety, and reliability.
Working with high and low voltage equipment.
Technical support and troubleshooting system errors for customers.
Attend customer sites across the UK and internationally for machine installation & commissioning purposes, where required.
Work in accordance with the project quotation and client's requirements.
Liaising with suppliers in the specification of components and their operation.
Report to the project manager regarding the scope and detail required.
Being proactive and using your engineering skills to best effect for the company.
Maintain accurate records of all work completed and planning successful outcomes within agreed timescales and costs.
Liaise with clients to promote our work and capabilities.
Working with our sales team and liaising with external customers to assist with the preparation of quotations when required, including concept support and programming components for test rigs and trials.
Prepare technical documentation including producing machinery manuals and the technical file.
Requirements:
Hold a valid driving licence and passport.
Minimum 3 years' experience in robot software design and implementation within special purpose machinery / Automation.
Knowledge of safety standards would be an advantage.
If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV & a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity with you in further detail.How to Apply:For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Karina Sarowska on k.sarowska@proactiveglobal.comWhy work with Proactive?Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
