Robotics Jobs in Stoke-on-trent

Senior Controls Engineer

Design and implement electrical and controls systems for industrial automation projects, including functional specifications, safety documentation, and software design for PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA. Support hardware design, conduct factory and site acceptance testing, and ensure compliance with regulations and project timelines. Work across sectors like steel, paper, and automotive as part of an expanding engineering team.

ETS Consulting Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Automation Engineer

This role involves developing and implementing automated welding and assembly solutions in a high-precision manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead automation projects from concept to production, including robot programming, PLC/HMI troubleshooting, process optimisation, and commissioning of robotic welding cells. Focus areas include improving quality, efficiency, and dimensional stability in complex fabrication processes for defence applications.

Technical Placements Heaton Chapel, Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Production Operative / Machine Operator

Operate and monitor advanced automated production machinery in a high-tech manufacturing environment, performing machine changeovers and basic fault-finding to support continuous output. Work within a structured 4-on-4-off shift pattern, contributing to team-based production, quality, and safety goals. Receive hands-on technical training with a defined progression path to higher pay bands within approximately nine months.

Rise Technical Recruitment Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £35,000 pa

Software Automation Engineer

Design and develop embedded software for electro-mechanical systems, spanning concept to commissioning. Work across the full product lifecycle, integrating software with hardware and industrial control systems. Develop cloud-based IoT and telematics solutions for remote equipment monitoring and contribute to continuous improvement in coding standards and development processes.

White Label Recruitment Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1JG, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Electrical Design Engineer

This role involves creating electrical designs for industrial control systems, including control panels and LV distribution systems, from concept through to commissioning. The engineer will produce schematics, conduct site surveys, and ensure compliance with industry standards using tools like AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. Collaboration with project teams and customers is central to delivering robust, on-time solutions in a growing engineering environment.

Vantage Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £56,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Controls Engineer

The role involves developing and commissioning bespoke automation systems using PLC programming for industrial applications across sectors like Aerospace and Defence. The engineer will work on control software, configure industrial communications, and commission systems on-site both in the UK and overseas. Responsibilities include testing, fault-finding, customer support, and integrating robot and PLC solutions.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Industrial Digital Solutions Architect

This role involves designing and delivering industrial digital solutions that integrate IIoT, automation, edge computing, and cloud technologies in operational environments. The architect will work hands-on with clients and engineering teams to translate real-world challenges into secure, scalable technical architectures, supporting end-to-end delivery from concept to commissioning. Emphasis is placed on practical innovation, cross-system integration, and shaping digitalisation strategies within industrial settings.

DPS Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Brownfield Automation Studies Engineer

This role involves leading automation upgrades and lifecycle modernization for legacy ABB systems in brownfield industrial environments. The engineer will assess existing equipment, design improvement strategies, and deliver robust engineering solutions while working closely with customers through technical workshops and service engagements. The position requires deep knowledge of heritage ABB control systems and integration of new technologies into existing infrastructures.

ABB Hollins Green, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent