Robotics Jobs

Prototyping Engineer

The role involves building, assembling, and maintaining hardware prototypes for robotic end effectors and human-worn interface devices, translating CAD files and BOMs into functional units. The engineer will operate 3D printers, CNC machines, and other workshop tools, construct test rigs, support hardware testing and trials, and provide feedback to design teams. It is a hands-on, fast-paced position focused on rapid iteration and practical problem-solving in a robotics prototyping environment.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electrical Engineer

Design and validate power distribution boards, sensor electronics, and PCBA interfaces for humanoid robots and human-worn control devices. Work across the full hardware development lifecycle from concept to production, collaborating with mechanical and firmware teams in a fast-paced R&D environment. Focus on compact, thermally constrained systems with an emphasis on reliability and manufacturability.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation

Design and develop PLC, HMI, and safety control software for custom industrial automation systems, from concept through testing and commissioning. Configure VFDs, servo drives, and industrial networks such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP, and support on-site commissioning at customer locations. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver bespoke machinery solutions across diverse industrial sectors.

Cartisian Recruitment Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1NT, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Controls Engineer

Designs and commissions PLC, HMI, and safety software for industrial automation systems across diverse sectors including automotive and aerospace. Works from concept through to installation, configuring drives, fieldbus networks, and control hardware while producing technical documentation. Involves customer site visits and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

Proactive Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1NT, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

Control Engineer

Design and develop PLC, HMI, and safety software for industrial automation systems across diverse sectors including automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Involved in full project lifecycle from software development to on-site commissioning, with responsibility for configuring drives, networks, and control hardware. Requires hands-on fault-finding, documentation, and customer collaboration during site visits.

Blue Arrow Coventry, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

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Engineering Manager, Runtime Platform, Robot Software

Lead the Runtime Platform team at Wayve, responsible for building and maintaining the real-time application frameworks, middleware, and observability systems that power AI-driven vehicles. You'll guide technical direction in embedded systems and IPC, while growing and coaching a high-performing engineering team. The role involves close collaboration with vehicle software, hardware, and OEM teams to enable scalable, low-latency performance across new vehicle platforms.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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Senior Machine Learning Engineer, AI Performance

This role involves delivering production-ready machine learning models for autonomous driving systems, focusing on optimising model performance under strict runtime constraints. The engineer will iterate on PyTorch models, apply techniques like quantisation and distillation, and collaborate closely with performance and inference teams to ensure deployability on-vehicle. It’s a hands-on, delivery-oriented position in a high-ownership environment tackling real-world AI challenges.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Control Systems Engineer

The Control Systems Engineer will design and develop electrical control systems for advanced machine tooling equipment, producing technical documentation and leading system optimisation and integration projects. This role involves close collaboration with OEMs and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and performance across UK and EU markets. The engineer will also support troubleshooting efforts and lead commissioning activities for new and upgraded machinery systems.

Meridian Business Support Tiverton, Devon, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Automation & Robotics Engineer

This role involves leading the deployment and optimization of robotic welding, assembly systems, and collaborative robots within a defence-sector manufacturing environment. The engineer will program and improve PLC-controlled automation systems, support commissioning of new automated cells, and help establish technical standards for Industry 4.0 initiatives. A key focus is driving reliability, performance, and knowledge transfer across production and maintenance teams.

Morgan Ryder Associates Manchester, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

Senior Applied AI Engineer (Defence Contractor)

You will design and build high-integrity AI systems for mission-critical environments in defence and national security. You'll own end-to-end development of real-world systems powered by AVIS™, a multi-modal orchestration platform that fuses sensor, text, and telemetry data to support high-stakes decision-making. This role demands engineering rigor, with direct impact on fielded systems where reliability is paramount.

Paddington Robotics London, United Kingdom £700 – £900 pd

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Automation Engineer

The role involves leading automation and electrical fault response in a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment, with responsibility for PPMs, reliability improvements, and hands-on technical leadership. The engineer will diagnose complex control system issues, maintain PLCs (Siemens S5/FF), and support continuous improvement across electrical, mechanical, and facilities systems. The position operates on a 4-on-4-off shift pattern and offers progression within a company investing heavily in automation.

Pioneer Selection Yiewsley, London, UB7 7QJ, United Kingdom £58,000 pa

Automation Engineer

This role involves maintaining and improving PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation systems within a highly automated food manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead reliability initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, and support capital projects including a future SCADA upgrade. Working across rotating day shifts, they will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimise process control, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in a safety-critical setting.

Progressive Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £55,000 – £58,000 pa

CNC Turning Specialist

This role involves programming, setting, and operating advanced Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes to produce precision components for robotics applications. The specialist will work from engineering drawings and CAD models, focusing on high-accuracy machining with live tooling and twin-spindle capabilities. Emphasis is placed on process optimisation, automated production, and collaboration with engineering teams to refine manufacturability and support lights-out machining.

Dexory South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

OT & Automation Engineer

This role involves supporting the development and maintenance of Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems in a manufacturing environment. The engineer will work on automation projects, enhance cybersecurity compliance, and contribute to digital transformation initiatives. Responsibilities include troubleshooting control systems, designing network architecture, and ensuring process safety and regulatory compliance.

Jackson Hogg Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom £35,000 – £52,000 pa

Graduate Operations Executive

This role involves developing AI-powered digital tools and automation solutions to streamline internal operations in procurement, quality, and inventory management. The candidate will work across the full lifecycle of digital solutions, from requirement gathering to deployment, building applications and dashboards that drive data-driven decision-making. It’s a hands-on position with direct impact on operational efficiency in a fast-growing robotics and AI company.

Dexory South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom