Mobile Robotics Lead

AtkinsRéalis

  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mobile Robotics and IoT Delivery Lead to spearhead the delivery of cutting-edge robotics and IoT solutions across our Nuclear EMEA business. This role combines technical, strategic planning, and hands-on delivery management to ensure successful deployment and integration of mobile robotic platforms and IoT ecosystems.As part of our Digital, Products and Technology (DP&T) team, the Mobile Robotics and IoT Delivery Lead will play a pivotal role in realising our 2030 drive to double the business by deploying cutting-edge digital solutions across markets. Our vision is to turbocharge growth by solving our clients’ most complex developmental experience through scalable, interoperable technologies, including robotics, IoT, AI, and immersive systems. This role will be instrumental in driving the “lab and factory” innovation model, where early-stage ideas are rapidly developed and scaled into robust, market-ready solutions. By integrating robotics and IoT into our broader digital ecosystem, the Delivery Lead will help differentiate our offerings, strengthen client relationships, and contribute directly to our strategic growth pillars: automation for efficiency, data-enriched evaluation, and removing humans from hazardous environments.Your Purpose:
  • Program Leadership: End-to-end delivery of mobile robotics and IoT initiatives, from concept through deployment and support.
  • Solution Architecture & Integration: Collaborate with solution architects and engineering teams to design scalable, secure, and interoperable systems.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
  • Vendor & Partner Management: Evaluate, onboard, and manage technology partners and vendors for hardware, software, and services.
  • Project Delivery: Oversee project timelines, budgets, risk management, and resource allocation to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Innovation & R&D: -Stay abreast of emerging technologies in robotics, IoT, edge computing, and AI to inform strategic direction.
  • Compliance & Security: Ensure all solutions meet regulatory, safety, and cybersecurity standards.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and guide delivery teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement.
What you can bring:
  • Proven experience delivering complex robotics and/or IoT projects at scale.
  • Strong understanding of mobile robotics platforms (AGVs, AMRs, drones, etc.) and IoT protocols (MQTT, CoAP, etc.).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and edge computing architectures.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience with Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices.
  • Background in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.Security clearance:This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.#LI-EnergyWorker Type EmployeeJob Type RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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