Control System Engineer
- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- £50,000–60,000 / year
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
Verified open 13 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page
About the role
Robotics Controls Engineer (ROS2 / MoveIt2)Location: Cambridge (Hybrid)Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (Profit Share & Share Options)Job Type: Full-Time, PermanentWe're looking for a Robotics Controls Engineer to help develop next-generation autonomous systems operating in production environments. As a Robotics Controls Engineer, you'll bridge the gap between high-level planning and low-level robot control, helping deliver reliable robotic motion in the real world.Key Responsibilities
Developing ROS2 motion-control software
Working with MoveIt2 planning frameworks
Implementing trajectory generation and motion planning
Tuning PID control systems
Integrating software with motors, actuators and hardware systems
Essential Skills
Strong C++ development experience
ROS2 experience
Motion planning background
Embedded or low-level software experience
Linux development environment
Desirable Experience
MoveIt2
Robotics applications
CAN communications
Gazebo or simulation tools
Real-time systems
Benefits
Hybrid working
Profit share opportunities
Flexible working hours
Exposure to cutting-edge robotics technology
Career progression within a fast-growing engineering business
ApplyIf you're a Robotics Controls Engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of software, robotics and control systems, we'd love to hear from you.
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