Robotics Service Engineer

ABB
United Kingdom
Today
Posted
14 Oct 2026 (Today)

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

Market Development Manager - Ireland

Join ABB Robotics in Ireland in a hands-on role combining field service and project engineering. In this role you will support customers and system integrators across the lifecycle of ABB robotic systems, from installation and commissioning through planned maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and continuous improvement. The role

requires a strong safety mindset, structured fault-finding and a first-time-fix approach.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact. Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Perform preventive maintenance and condition-based servicing on ABB industrial robots, including service reports and recommendations
  • Diagnose and resolve service issues and warranty claims, both on-site and remotely
  • Carry out mechanical repairs, component replacements, lubrication, calibration and recommissioning
  • Troubleshoot robot controllers and electrical faults on IRC5 and OmniCore platforms
  • Support robot programming and resolve software, positioning and process-related issues
  • Support project delivery, including application development, installation, commissioning, testing and handover
  • Assists in supporting the use of products with to improve Automation/ cell/ system productivity and efficiency
  • Full understanding of ABB Robotics Digital Portfolio to enable full End-to-end Lifecycle Support

Work model: onsite, field-based #LI-Onsite


Qualifications for the Role

  • Qualification in electrical, electronic, mechatronic, automation or mechanical engineering, or equivalent technical training
  • >5-years experience in industrial automation, robotics, machinery servicing, commissioning
  • Strong fault-finding skills and ability to read technical documentation
  • Customer site experience and technical reporting skills are mandatory
  • Knowledge of robot programming, PLCs, drives, industrial networks or automation systems is an advantage
  • Customer-focused team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work independently, manage priorities and travel across Ireland, with occasional UK and European travel
  • Full driving license

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.


  • Competitive Salary
  • Private Medical Allowance for Yourself
  • Competitive Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Employee Share Acquisition Plan
  • Internal Mobility Opportunities, Mentorships & Access To Projects Globally
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Generous Employee Referral Scheme
  • 25 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays
  • Company Car

More about us

ABB Robotics Business area provides robotics, and machine and factory
automation including products, software, solutions and services. Revenues are generated both from direct sales to end users as well as from indirect sales mainly through system integrators and machine builders. www.abb.com/robotics


Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.


#RunwithABB

#ABBCareers

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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