Job Title: Robotics Simulation Engineer (ABB | Contract) Description We are hiring for our client, a leading automated machinery manufacturer based in Mullingar, seeking an experienced Robotics Simulation Engineer to support a major new system build.
This Robotics Simulation Engineer role will centre on developing advanced robotic welding simulations for large vehicle bodies such as cranes and excavators, ensuring mechanical design integrity and process feasibility before production begins.
The successful Robotics Simulation Engineer will collaborate closely with the engineering team during an initial on-site consultation, before moving into a predominantly remote working arrangement.
This contract presents an excellent opportunity for a robotics professional who enjoys technically challenging projects while benefiting from strong flexibility.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: High Contract Rate - €Competitive Hourly Rate Remote Working Flexibility - On-site onboarding with mostly remote delivery Cutting-Edge Automation Project - Play a key role in validating a brand-new robotic welding system The Role: Develop comprehensive pre-heat and robotic welding simulations using ABB RobotStudio.
Validate robot reachability, weld paths, and overall process capability for large-scale fabricated structures.
Confirm mechanical design functionality for a new automated machine build.
Partner with engineering teams to understand system requirements and constraints.
Provide technical recommendations to optimise robot performance and reduce project risk.
Produce clear documentation outlining simulation outcomes and design considerations.
The Person: Proven experience working as a Robotics Simulation Engineer, Robotics Engineer, or ABB Programmer within industrial automation.
Strong expertise in ABB RobotStudio, including offline programming and robotic simulation.
Experience supporting new installations, machine builds, or system integration projects is highly desirable.
Familiarity with ABB IRB****ID robots is advantageous.
Analytical thinker with strong troubleshooting capability.
Self-motivated and comfortable delivering high-quality work within a remote structure.
The Reward: Competitive hourly rate Initial 12 week contract with strong likelihood of extension as project demand grows.
Flexible working model offering excellent work-life balance.
Opportunity to contribute to an innovative, high-value automation project.
Enhance your specialist robotics expertise within a respected manufacturing environment.
Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage For further information and to apply for this Robotics Simulation Engineer job, please contact Dominic Heron at Hunter Savage.
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Skills: Robotics Engineer ABB Programmer Robotic Programmer Controls Engineer Benefits: Work From Home