Automation Engineer (Manufacturing)

Manufacturing Engineer – Automation Location: Southam, Warwickshire Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 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 KUKA industrial robots, preferably using KRL. * Strong knowledge of KUKA.WorkVisual, 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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