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

Applications and Projects Engineer

This role involves a mix of technical and project management responsibilities, including PLC programming, building PCs, configuring instruments, and designing SCADA systems. You will work on creating specifications, selecting equipment, and managing costs and timelines, as well as visiting client sites for system implementation and training.

Key Appointments Ls184Tj, United Kingdom

Principal AWS Cloud Architect - London, Manchester or Newcastle

AWS Principal Cloud Architect, Technology Consulting - London, Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle (3 days per week onsite)A leading technology consulting firm are recruiting for an experienced Principal Cloud Architect with expertise in AWS and cloud-native infrastructure working for different public...

Tenth Revolution Group London, United Kingdom £95,000 – £115,000 pa

Senior UAS Control Systems Engineer

This role involves developing and deploying flight-control algorithms for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), ensuring stability and controllability. You will work on simulation, testing, and integration, collaborating with avionics, aerospace design, and operations teams.

Matchtech Leeds, United Kingdom £50,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

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

Controls Engineer

This role involves programming and developing Mitsubishi PLCs, fault finding and modifying existing PLC programs, and supporting new and existing automation projects. You will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to improve machine reliability and performance.

Aqumen Recruitment Colne Bridge, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £62,500 pa

Automation Engineer

The Automation Engineer role involves travelling across the UK to customer sites for the installation, commissioning, and servicing of advanced automation and food processing systems. You will receive full OEM training and work closely with customers to ensure equipment operates efficiently, while developing your skills in a supportive, family-run environment.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd Leeds, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 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

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

NEW SENIOR POWER ELECTRONICS ENGINEER IN HARROGATE.Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Power Electronics Engineer to join our Design Team in Harrogate. This is a senior, consultative role where you will support engineers and project teams through the research,...

Octagon Group Harrogate, HG1 1QS, United Kingdom

Global Welding Software Sales Manager

Drive global adoption of ABB's welding software by identifying new sales opportunities, expanding existing accounts, and acting as a technical-commercial bridge between customers, sales teams, and product development. Support go-to-market initiatives and represent ABB at industry events to grow market presence in the industrial automation and robotics sector.

ABB Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Global Welding Software Sales Manager

Drive global sales and adoption of ABB's welding software by identifying new opportunities, managing strategic accounts, and supporting go-to-market initiatives. Act as a technical-commercial bridge between customers, sales teams, and product development in a fast-growing robotics and automation market. Play a key role in expanding software revenue through upselling, cross-selling, and customer success in industrial automation environments.

ABB Italy

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