Jobs in Northampton

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Software Engineer

The Software Engineer will work on the complete development lifecycle of flight safety and navigation systems, from concept and algorithm design to system integration and testing. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance solutions, maintain high-quality code, and produce comprehensive documentation.

Flarebright Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £39,000 – £49,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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Senior Robotics Software Engineer

This role involves leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced robotic systems, focusing on software architecture, perception, planning, and control. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance system performance.

Autodiscovery Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Service Engineer (Mechanical / Material Handling)

This role involves servicing, maintaining, and fault-finding on high-security automated equipment such as gates, barriers, and hydraulic systems. The position offers full industry-specific training and a field-based schedule, making it ideal for experienced service engineers looking to develop their skills in a new industry.

Rise Technical Recruitment Northampton, United Kingdom £35,000 – £37,000 pa

Installation Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical and control system installation, testing, commissioning, and technical support. You will work both in-house and on-site, ensuring control panels and automation systems are fully tested, compliant, and ready for customer handover.

Rise10 Recruitment Corby, NN17 9SA, United Kingdom £35,000 – £42,000 pa

Robotics Maintenance Technician

As a Robotics Maintenance Technician, you will maintain and optimize Exotec's advanced robotic systems in a live warehouse automation installation. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting installations, and ensuring high service levels through collaboration and continuous improvement.

Exotec Northampton, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Automation Engineer

This role involves maintaining and optimizing automated warehouse systems, including conveyors, sortation equipment, and automated handling technologies. The engineer performs preventative and corrective maintenance, conducts fault diagnosis and root cause analysis, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment. Collaboration with operational teams ensures high engineering standards, safety, and system reliability.

GXO Logistics Nn67Gz, United Kingdom £51,000 pa

Robot Programmer (FANUC / R&D)

This role involves programming and operating FANUC robots integrated with laser cutting systems, supporting the development of new robotic solutions, and working on-site in Cumbria for up to 10 days per month. You will join a specialist engineering team tackling challenging environmental projects, such as cleaning up legacy nuclear waste.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Project Manager Industrial Controls

This role involves managing complex electrical and automation projects from initial specification to installation and handover. Responsibilities include project planning, budget management, customer coordination, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Samuel Frank Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom £67,000 – £70,000 pa