Controls Engineer- Robotics

Loop Technology Limited

Controls Engineer- Robotics

£45000

Loop Technology Limited, Maiden Newton, Dorset

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

To support us with the successful delivery of new and exciting projects, we are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer with experience integrating and programming industrial robotic systems. We are particularly seeking candidates with experience on Fanuc robots: commissioning, writing TP & Karel programs, and using them to solve complex industrial problems., As our new Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software, using a diverse codebase. We use a wide variety of industrial robotic and controls platforms, such as Fanuc and Kuka robots, Beckhoff and Siemens PLCs and many other devices with their own associated environments and languages. You will be confident commissioning new equipment, following detailed user manuals, and debugging common electrical issues.

This is a role where no two days, or projects, are the same. The successful applicant will have a passion for robotics and automation, be curious & inquisitive, and a natural problem solver. They will work on their own initiative to learn new technologies, and have a 'knack' for making things work.

This role can be Hybrid, with regular travel required to our offices in Bristol and Dorchester. You will be required to visit client sites, across a number of different sectors, including defence. As a result, the successful candidate will need to be a British Citizen and be able to obtain security clearance up to Developed Vetting level.

Essential skills and experience

  • 3+ years of experience programming Fanuc robots at an advanced level

  • STEM degree, preferably engineering

  • Experience using Roboguide

  • Ability to communicate at a high technical level, in both written and verbal English

  • Willingness, interest, and ability to rapidly learn new technology

  • Able to work on own initiative and autonomously

  • Competent diagnosing common electrical issues

  • Willing and able to travel


  • Desirable skills and experience
  • Experience commissioning and programming Siemens S7 PLCs and TIA Portal

  • PLC programming in IEC 61131-3 languages (ST essential)

  • Motion control, including VFD setup and drive tuning

  • Functional Safety (designing, programming, validating)

  • Experience with other industrial automation devices, Are you happy to travel as part of your role?

  • Due to the nature of our work, the successful applicant with need to have British Citizenship. Are you a British Citizen?

  • Do you have experience programming robots at an advanced level?

  • Do you have a STEM degree?

  • Do you have experience using Roboguide?


  • Licence/Certification:
  • driving licene (preferred)

    Loop Technology is an industrial automation specialist, with our HQ set in the heart of beautiful Dorset. We have many years of experience delivering state-of-the-art solutions to household name companies. We have a world-leading reputation for solving difficult industrial problems, specialising in robotics and the aerospace sector.

    A flexible working environment

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Occupational sick pay

  • Company pension

  • A friendly and supportive work environment

  • Generous overnight allowance when travelling