1812 Lead Field Service Engineer Industrial Automation jobs in Nairobi
Lead Field Service Engineer, Industrial Automation
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and commission industrial automation equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA systems.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on automated machinery to prevent downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and software issues, implementing effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Provide on-site technical support and training to clients, ensuring they can effectively operate and maintain the systems.
- Develop and maintain detailed service reports, documenting all activities, findings, and recommendations.
- Collaborate with the engineering and sales teams to provide technical input and support for new projects and proposals.
- Identify opportunities for system upgrades and enhancements to improve performance and reliability.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
- Manage service inventory and spare parts to ensure availability for critical repairs.
- Mentor and guide junior field service technicians, sharing expertise and best practices.
This role requires extensive knowledge of industrial control systems, electrical schematics, and mechanical principles. You should possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities, excellent customer service skills, and the capacity to work independently. As a remote field service engineer, you must be willing to travel extensively to client locations within the region and manage your schedule effectively. Our client values technical expertise and a commitment to customer satisfaction, offering a competitive salary, travel expenses, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive remote framework. This role is critical to ensuring our client's automated systems operate at peak efficiency.
Advanced Robotics Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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Lead Robotics Technician
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Perform installation, calibration, and testing of new robotic systems and components.
- Conduct routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of robotic platforms.
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and software issues affecting robotic performance.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
- Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to guide repair and maintenance activities.
- Assist in the programming and configuration of robotic arms and associated control systems.
- Train and mentor junior technicians on best practices for robotic maintenance and repair.
- Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, repair, and calibration activities.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to provide feedback for design improvements and upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations during maintenance operations.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in robotics technology and automation.
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience working with industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
- Strong understanding of robotic kinematics, control systems, and PLCs.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Experience with diagnostic tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and sensor calibration equipment.
- Familiarity with basic programming or scripting languages relevant to robotics is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, crucial for a remote role interacting with various teams.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
Senior Robotics Engineer - Remote Simulation & Control
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement advanced robotic control algorithms.
- Create and manage high-fidelity simulation environments for robotic systems.
- Integrate and calibrate various sensors (LiDAR, cameras, IMUs) for robotic applications.
- Develop and optimize motion planning and trajectory generation algorithms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system architecture and design.
- Perform rigorous testing and validation of robotic systems in simulation and real-world scenarios.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware and software integration issues.
- Document designs, algorithms, and test results thoroughly.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in robotics, AI, and control systems.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
- Master's degree or PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in robotics development, with a focus on control systems and simulation.
- Expertise in ROS (Robot Operating System) and common robotics simulation platforms.
- Proficient in C++ and Python programming languages.
- Strong understanding of kinematics, dynamics, control theory, and motion planning.
- Experience with sensor fusion and calibration techniques.
- Familiarity with software development tools like Git and CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
Senior Robotics Software Engineer
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and deploy robust software for robotic systems, focusing on control, perception, and navigation.
- Implement and optimize algorithms for motion planning, pathfinding, and object recognition.
- Integrate various hardware components and sensors into the robotic platform, ensuring seamless operation.
- Develop and maintain simulation environments for testing and validating robotic software.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, and other software engineers to define system requirements and architecture.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C++ and Python.
- Debug and troubleshoot complex software issues in both simulated and real-world robotic environments.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and tools.
- Stay current with advancements in robotics, AI, and machine learning relevant to our product roadmap.
- Mentor junior software engineers and provide technical guidance.
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Robotics Automation
Posted 20 days ago
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- Designing and developing advanced mechanical components and systems for robotic platforms and automated machinery.
- Performing intricate CAD modeling, simulations, and stress analyses to ensure design integrity and performance.
- Collaborating closely with software engineers, electrical engineers, and control systems specialists to integrate mechanical designs with other system components.
- Leading the prototyping and testing phases of new mechanical designs, identifying and resolving any issues.
- Developing and documenting detailed engineering specifications, manufacturing drawings, and assembly instructions.
- Conducting root cause analysis for mechanical failures and implementing corrective actions.
- Staying current with the latest advancements in mechanical engineering, robotics, and automation technologies.
- Mentoring junior mechanical engineers and providing technical guidance.
- Contributing to the strategic planning of the R&D roadmap for mechanical systems.
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design and engineering, with a significant focus on robotics and automation.
- Proven expertise in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Strong understanding of kinematics, dynamics, control systems, and material science relevant to robotics.
- Experience with manufacturing processes, including machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for working effectively in a remote team.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Knowledge of sensors, actuators, and power transmission systems used in robotics.
- A passion for innovation and pushing the boundaries of mechanical engineering in automation.
Senior Robotics Engineer - Automation Specialist
Posted 16 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement advanced robotic systems and automation solutions.
- Create and optimize control algorithms for robotic manipulators and mobile platforms.
- Conduct simulations and analyses to validate robotic system designs and performance.
- Integrate robotic systems with existing manufacturing or operational processes.
- Program industrial robots using various programming languages and software.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in robotic systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications.
- Develop technical documentation, including design specifications and user manuals.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in robotics, AI, and automation technologies.
- Contribute to R&D efforts for new product development and process improvements.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote work environment.
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on robotics/automation.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in robotics engineering and automation.
- Extensive experience with robotic programming (e.g., KUKA KRL, ABB RAPID, FANUC TP).
- Proficiency in ROS (Robot Operating System) and related software tools.
- Strong programming skills in C++, Python, and MATLAB.
- Deep understanding of control theory, kinematics, and dynamics.
- Experience with sensor integration and computer vision for robotic applications.
- Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects from concept to completion.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities, particularly in a remote setting.
- Experience with simulation software (e.g., Gazebo, CoppeliaSim).
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Remote Senior Robotics Engineer - Automation Systems
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and develop robotic systems and automation solutions.
- Create and implement advanced control algorithms for robotic manipulators and mobile platforms.
- Develop and maintain embedded software for robotic applications.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to select and integrate sensors, actuators, and other components.
- Conduct system testing, debugging, and validation.
- Analyze performance data and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Document designs, processes, and test results.
- Stay current with emerging technologies in robotics and automation.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Significant experience in robotics engineering and automation system design.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python programming.
- Strong understanding of control systems, kinematics, and dynamics.
- Experience with ROS is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with simulation tools and hardware integration.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
Advanced Robotics & Automation Specialist
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Remotely design and architect automated workflows and robotic cells for various manufacturing applications.
- Select and integrate industrial robots, collaborative robots (cobots), and custom automation equipment, considering operational needs in facilities potentially near Mombasa, Mombasa, KE .
- Develop and debug robot programming code (e.g., KUKA, ABB, Fanuc, Universal Robots) and PLC logic for seamless system operation.
- Implement advanced vision systems, AI algorithms, and machine learning models for quality control, inspection, and adaptive automation.
- Create detailed simulation models of robotic systems to test and validate performance before physical deployment.
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external partners to define automation requirements and ensure successful project outcomes.
- Provide remote technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for existing automation systems.
- Research and evaluate emerging automation technologies and recommend their adoption to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
- Develop comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications, user manuals, and training materials for remote training sessions.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations for automated systems.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of hands-on experience in robotics and industrial automation, with a strong focus on advanced applications.
- Proficiency in robot programming languages and simulation software (e.g., ROS, RoboDK, Siemens PLS).
- Demonstrated experience with AI/ML applications in manufacturing, including computer vision and predictive maintenance.
- Strong understanding of control systems, sensor integration, and industrial networking protocols.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and system design skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
- Superior communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
- Experience with project management and leading cross-functional technical teams remotely.
- A passion for innovation and a drive to push the boundaries of manufacturing technology.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Robotics & Automation) - Remote
Posted 10 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for robots and automation equipment.
- Create detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD).
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other simulations to validate designs for strength, durability, and performance.
- Collaborate effectively with electrical engineers, software engineers, and controls specialists to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
- Develop and execute rigorous testing plans for prototypes and production units.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical design issues during development and production phases.
- Research and implement new materials, technologies, and design methodologies to enhance product innovation.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and cost targets.
- Document design specifications, test procedures, and engineering reports comprehensively.
- Mentor junior mechanical engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.