Jobs in Reading

Proposal Engineer

Designs and delivers automation solutions by creating technical proposals, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with engineering and sales teams. Engages directly with customers across industries like Utilities, FMCG, and Manufacturing to develop control systems using PLCs, SCADA, and HMI technologies. Supports end-to-end project lifecycle from initial scope to implementation.

March Daresbury, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Robotics Software Engineer

Develop and integrate software for autonomous robotic platforms, working across embedded systems, central compute, and operator interfaces. Implement C++ and Python-based solutions, create ROS 2 nodes, and integrate sensors and actuators while diagnosing faults and validating on physical robots. Work in a collaborative engineering environment with a focus on testing, code quality, and real-world deployment.

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £45,000 pa

Electrical Assembly & Test Technician

This role involves assembling and testing complete electrical systems on bespoke industrial machinery, including wiring, I/O checks, and fault-finding. The technician will interpret electrical schematics, connect components like sensors and drives, and support machine installations. The position offers hands-on work in a factory environment with opportunities for career progression into controls, testing, or commissioning.

SC ENGINEERING Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £16 – £20 ph

Project Manager (NEC4 / Energy Sector)

Manage multi-million-pound upgrade projects for the UK gas transmission network using NEC4 contracts, leading cross-functional teams and acting as the primary liaison with National Grid and other stakeholders. Oversee contractual documentation and ensure timely delivery across engineering, construction, and project teams. Work on nationally significant, sustainability-focused infrastructure projects within a global leader in industrial automation.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Runcorn, Cheshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £70,000 pa

Service Engineer

This role involves installing, commissioning, and maintaining advanced high-precision automated machinery at customer sites across the UK, with a focus on mechanical and electrical fault-finding. The engineer will provide technical support, conduct planned and reactive maintenance, and train customers on equipment use. The position requires significant travel, with five days per week spent on the road and occasional overnight stays.

Wallace Hind Selection Sn11Dq, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

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

Senior Software Engineer

Design and govern software architecture and CI/CD pipelines for safety-critical autonomous and robotic systems, integrating control, computer vision, sensor fusion, and simulation platforms. Support system integration and field trials with military users while ensuring scalability and compliance readiness. Work in a hybrid setup with flexible hours and strong technical ownership.

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Northumberland, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Systems Engineer

This role involves commissioning, testing, and supporting advanced industrial machinery with a focus on control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and motion control hardware. The engineer will work hands-on across the full project lifecycle, from calibration and validation to customer support, both in-house and on-site. It offers technical variety and international travel within a supportive engineering environment.

ASC Connections Balsall Common, West Midlands (county), CV7 7DP, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

Control Systems & Automation Engineer

This role involves maintaining and enhancing PLC-based control systems for custom scientific and laboratory equipment, with a focus on production support, troubleshooting, and integration of motor and pump controls. The engineer will collaborate with R&D and electronics teams, support acceptance testing, and gradually transition into microcontroller-based systems for future product development. The position offers technical variety across the full product lifecycle, from existing systems to next-generation control platforms.

H Squared Talent Ltd Bowdon, Manchester, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Control Systems & Automation Engineer

This role involves maintaining and supporting custom PLC-based control systems for scientific and lab equipment, with responsibilities spanning production support, fault diagnosis, and integration of motor and pump controls. The engineer will collaborate with electronics and production teams, read wiring schematics, and gradually transition into developing microcontroller-based control systems for new product development. The position offers exposure to both legacy and next-generation control platforms in a bespoke manufacturing environment.

H Squared Talent Ltd Wa143By, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

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Machine Learning Engineer (Synthetic Data)

Build and scale next-generation world model architectures to generate high-fidelity synthetic data for autonomous driving systems. Bridge ML research and engineering by integrating generative models into large-scale training pipelines, diagnosing generation failures, and improving throughput. Work across simulation, 3D geometry, and multi-sensor data to enable training of driving models on scenarios with limited real-world data.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

Global Inventory & Warehouse Manager

This role leads global inventory governance and warehouse operations for a rapidly scaling robotics company, establishing standards, optimizing material flow, and ensuring stock accuracy across international sites. The manager will work closely with engineering, planning, and logistics teams to support prototype builds and production ramp-up, while building scalable systems for future growth. It is a leadership position requiring deep expertise in multi-site inventory control and operational excellence in high-tech manufacturing environments.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Fleet Service and Maintenance Technician

Maintain and repair autonomous vehicles to ensure operational readiness and safety. Perform diagnostics, servicing, and repairs using OEM tools and digital tracking systems. Support high-visibility demonstrations and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve fleet performance.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Research Associate/Senior Research Associate in Control for Soft Robot Wearable Assistance

This role involves developing novel control methods for soft robotic wearable systems to support independent living for older adults and people with disabilities. The researcher will work on artificial muscle-driven exosuits, conducting experiments, prototyping, and data analysis within a multidisciplinary team. The position is part of a large EPSRC-funded project focused on real-world healthcare innovation and clinical translation.

University of Bristol Bristol, South West England, United Kingdom £39 – £50 pa

Permanent

Graduate Electrical/Electronics Engineer (Robotics/Motion

Design and develop electronic systems for robotics, automation, and motion control applications, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and prototype testing. Work across the full hardware development lifecycle in collaboration with software and mechanical teams. Gain hands-on experience with servo drives, motor systems, and embedded electronics in a supportive, innovative engineering environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £40,000 pa