Robotics and Automation Lead

Location: Cranfield

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of agricultural robotics and automation? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of innovation, working on groundbreaking projects that will transform the agricultural sector. As a Robotics and Automation Lead, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, build impactful partnerships, and contribute to cutting-edge developments in robotics and autonomy.

With a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 and the flexibility of remote working, this role offers a unique blend of leadership, technical expertise, and strategic impact.

What You Will Do:

- Lead and develop a specialist team of robotics and airborne platform engineers to deliver high-quality, customer-responsive services.

- Monitor trends in agricultural robotics and autonomy, translating insights into actionable strategies for innovative businesses.

- Act as a subject matter expert in robotics and autonomy, overseeing key capabilities such as mobile robotic systems, UAV platforms, and simulation environments.

- Provide technical leadership on projects, ensuring feasibility and alignment with goals while supporting SMEs through structured development plans.

- Build strong relationships with industry stakeholders, guiding organisations through validation, demonstration, and scale-up pathways.

What You Will Bring:

- A strong background in robotics, autonomy, or mechatronics with hands-on deployment experience.

- Demonstrated senior-level technical leadership and a systems engineering mindset.

- Practical knowledge of robotics tools and frameworks such as ROS2, Python, and simulation environments like Car Maker.

- Experience with robotics hardware integration and airborne robotics systems.

- A full UK driving licence and an understanding of the UK robotics ecosystem.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enabling SMEs to transform innovative concepts into field-ready technologies, directly contributing to the advancement of agricultural automation. The company takes pride in fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and policymakers, ensuring that its capabilities align with real-world needs and drive impactful change.

Location:

This role is primarily remote, with regular travel to key innovation hubs in York, Telford, Cranfield, and Edinburgh.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to lead the charge in agricultural robotics and automation. Apply today to make your mark in a fast-growing, strategically important sector!

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