ABB Robotics Engineer

Role: ABB Robotics Engineer

Location: Bedfordshire (with regular UK-wide travel)

Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented ABB Robotics Engineer to join a dynamic and growing engineering team within a leading automation project delivery business. This role is ideally suited to candidates with strong hands-on experience in ABB robotic systems, particularly those familiar with IRC5 controllers and RobotStudio, looking to contribute to cutting-edge industrial automation projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deliver automation solutions using ABB robots (primarily IRC5-controlled systems).
• Program and simulate robotic operations using ABB RobotStudio.
• Lead on-site commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of robotic cells.
• Integrate robotic systems with PLCs, vision systems, sensors, and other automation components.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software faults related to robotic equipment.
• Work collaboratively with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and industry regulations.
• Deliver training and technical support to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in automation and manufacturing efficiency.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with ABB robotic systems.
• Strong proficiency in ABB RAPID programming and RobotStudio offline programming.
• Deep understanding of IRC5 controller architecture.
• Solid troubleshooting abilities across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.

Benefits:

• Overtime paid at 1.5x rate
• Staying away allowance
• 41hour work week: Mon to Thurs 8am–5:30pm, Fri 8am–1pm
• Company pension (salary sacrifice scheme – EE 5%, ER 4%)
• 20 days annual holiday, increasing annually with service (up to 8 days)
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• Free Friday breakfast!
• Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile for business travel using own vehicle
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

If you're a motivated ABB specialist looking for a hands-on role with strong technical autonomy and national exposure, we want to hear from you. Apply today!