Manufacturing Engineer – Automation (Controls and Robotics)
Location: Southam, Warwickshire
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer - Automation to support the development, optimisation and maintenance of automated manufacturing systems across our production operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving efficiency, reliability and quality through the application of robotics, automation technologies and advanced manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
Programme, commission, troubleshoot and optimise KUKA industrial robots within automated manufacturing environments.
Develop and maintain robot programmes using KUKA Robot Language (KRL).
Configure and support robot systems using KUKA.WorkVisual, including I/O configuration, calibration, commissioning and fault diagnosis.
Support the integration of robots with conveyor systems, sensors, machine vision systems, safety controls and ancillary production equipment.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including EtherNet/IP and other industrial I/O systems.
Support and maintain automation equipment including Keyence sensors, vision systems, barcode readers and measurement devices.
Diagnose and resolve production issues relating to robotics, automated machinery, control systems and manufacturing processes.
Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance production performance, quality and operational efficiency.
Assist in the design, implementation and commissioning of new automated production equipment.
Support the operation, programming, commissioning and maintenance of CNC waterjet cutting equipment, including multi-axis systems.
Develop and optimise CAD/CAM programmes for waterjet manufacturing applications, including toolpath generation, simulation, collision checking and programme optimisation.
Ensure all automation systems operate in compliance with machine safety standards and company health and safety requirements.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Practical experience programming and troubleshooting industrial robots.
Strong knowledge of robot commissioning, calibration, fault diagnosis and I/O configuration.
Experience integrating robots with conveyors, sensors, machine vision systems, safety systems and other automation equipment.
Experience working with EtherNet/IP and industrial communication networks.
Experience configuring, programming or supporting Keyence sensors, vision systems, barcode readers and measurement equipment.
Good understanding of industrial automation, machine safety, electrical control systems and automated production fault finding.
Experience operating, programming, commissioning or maintaining CNC waterjet cutting systems, ideally including five-axis or 3D cutting applications.
Familiarity with CAD/CAM programming for multi-axis cutting systems, including:
Toolpath creation
Post-processing
Simulation
Collision checking
Programme optimisation
Strong problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional engineering team.
Desirable
Knowledge of Java and KUKA Sunrise Workbench for Sunrise-based KUKA robotic systems.
Experience with SQL, Python, VBA, PowerShell or Pascal.
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing or automated production environment.
Understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies, data collection and manufacturing system integration.
Qualifications
Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
Relevant robotics, automation or controls certifications would be advantageous.
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