Contract Robotics Engineer

To customize the control loop design and parameters to allow implementation of a set of new motors in robotics products to desired level of motion control performance and validate with appropriate testing.,

• To understand the current product motion accuracy and repeatability for X, Y and Z directions for the product.


• To define a set of test criteria to allow validation of new motor performance.


• To undertake design and development of PID control loop for new motors applied in drive, steer and height control.


• Validate the final solution against test criteria set.


• Complete production release of software and training of others as required.


Our Benefits:

• Competitive Pay


• Flexible Working Hours


• Fund Raising Events with our ESG programme - Action4Good


• Free On-Site Parking and EV Charging


• And lots more! Visit our VPS Careers for more information.


Our goal is to create a gender and culturally diverse workforce as we believe this is critical to our success. We are committed to attracting, developing, growing and retaining a diverse workforce. Talk to us about your flexible working aspirations - we're open to flexible hours to fit around family commitments., Our commitment is founded on a set of core values that form the Videndum Mindset:

• Exceptional Product Performance


• Customer Focus


• Leading a Fast Changing Market


• Global Capability


• Transparency, Integrity and Respect


• Environmental Consciousness


Health and Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at Videndum Production Solutions:

All employees are expected to take care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions in accordance with the Company health and safety policy by using correct tools, processes and Personal protective equipment and not perform any function unless appropriately trained and authorised.


• Experience of design and development of robotic PID motion control systems using brushless DC servo motors


• Experience of developing production-standard embedded software systems using C++


• Experience of developing production-standard software using BASIC


• Experience with Raspberry Pi


• Able to work to tight deadlines, keep adequate records and maintain test documentation.


• Builds good relationships with other engineers and with suppliers


• ESG as a key performance measure within our business. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to supporting our environment, our communities, promoting diversity and operating ethically in everything we do.


Desirable:

• Experience with Copley amplifiers for controlling brushless DC servo motors


• Experience of analysis and modelling of robotic systems using Matlab or similar., Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline