Jobs in Leeds

Research Fellow in Robotic Sensing and Control

Develop and test robotic systems for detecting and removing invasive zebra mussels in water infrastructure, focusing on sensing, control, and autonomy. Work within a fast-paced R&D environment to deliver rapid prototypes and benchtop trials. Collaborate with project partners on hardware-software integration and feasibility studies.

University of Leeds Leeds, Northern England, United Kingdom £41 – £48 pa

Hybrid Contract

Software Engineer

This role involves designing and developing electrical, control, and automation systems for a global product portfolio, with a focus on PLC/SCADA programming, AutoCAD Electrical for schematics, and integration of industrial networks. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant, efficient control systems and contribute to continuous improvement. Work includes testing, commissioning, and maintaining technical documentation within a manufacturing and engineering context.

White Label Recruitment Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Robotic Startup Specialist

The role involves driving the adoption of Medtronic’s HUGO™ robotic-assisted surgery system within hospitals across the UK and Ireland. As a start-up specialist, you will lead training for surgeons and clinical staff, support operating room integration, and use change management techniques to ensure successful program implementation. The position requires extensive collaboration with hospital stakeholders and field service engineers to achieve operational self-sufficiency in robotic surgery programs.

Medtronic Manchester, United Kingdom £41,200 – £61,800 pa

FP&A Lead

The FP&A Lead will lead financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting across the company. This role involves building scalable financial models, partnering with functional leads, and enhancing financial systems to support Humanoid’s growth. The person will work closely with engineering, operations, and commercial teams to provide strategic insights and support decision-making in a fast-paced robotics startup environment.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Industrial Automation Account Manager

This role involves managing a portfolio of 70+ industrial automation accounts with £2M annual spend, focusing on relationship growth, technical solution sales, and new business development. The Account Manager will operate remotely with regular regional visits, acting as a trusted advisor to customers while collaborating with internal specialists. It emphasizes technical sales, independent working, and proactive customer engagement in the automation and control sector.

Innovo Global Talent United Kingdom £40,000 – £46,000 pa

Senior Sales Executive - Robotic Warehouse Solutions

Drive sales of robotic warehouse automation solutions from lead qualification to contract closure, working with technical and commercial teams to deliver tailored proposals. Engage with enterprise customers across the UK and Ireland, supporting market expansion and strategic pipeline development in a rapidly growing industrial robotics environment.

Exotec London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Systems Engineer

This role focuses on defining, integrating, and verifying the software and autonomy systems for a humanoid robot platform. The engineer will translate operational needs into system requirements, manage cross-component interfaces, and lead verification across perception, navigation, planning, and controls—working closely with software teams and using ROS 2, simulation, and distributed systems. The position emphasizes architectural coherence, integration readiness, and system-level validation in real-world robotic applications.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Director of Platform Management for Simulation, Evaluation & Validation

Leads product vision for simulation, evaluation, and validation platforms used in developing Wayve’s AI Driver. Orchestrates cross-functional platform strategy, improves developer velocity, and ensures robust, scalable tooling for autonomous driving development. Focuses on data-driven KPIs, platform quality, and operational rigor in a safety-critical environment.

Wayve United Kingdom US$332,000 – US$415,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

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Director of Fleet Operations Execution

Leads global fleet operations for a self-driving AI company, setting safety and performance standards across regions. Manages regional heads, drives incident response for high-severity events, and ensures alignment across technical and operational teams. Focuses on risk management, cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining a unified global operating model in complex, safety-critical environments.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Software Engineer

Lead a high-impact engineering team building mission-critical enterprise software used in austere environments. Balance hands-on development with technical leadership, mentoring, and architectural decision-making while ensuring security and reliability throughout the product lifecycle.

Arondite London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Project Manager

This role involves managing the full lifecycle of industrial automation projects in regulated sectors, with end-to-end responsibility for commercial, technical, and safety performance. The Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, oversee budget and contract compliance, and act as the primary client interface across sectors such as utilities, nuclear, and pharmaceuticals. Key technologies include PLC, SCADA, HMI, and OT cyber security systems integrated with major vendor platforms.

Matchtech Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Electrical Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical engineering support for motion control systems in industrial and marine environments. The engineer will diagnose technical issues, commission and maintain electrical systems, and collaborate with design and service teams on project delivery. Work takes place in both workshop and on-site settings, requiring strong fault-finding skills and expertise in PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Office Angels Taunton, TA1 1HP, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required