Robotics Maintenance Technician

About Exotec

At Exotec, we design and maintain cutting-edge robotic systems that are transforming warehouses around the world. Every day, our technology helps make operations safer, faster and less physically demanding. As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a key role in keeping these systems running and delivering exceptional performance for our customers.

Ready to shape the future of warehouse automation? Join Exotec as a Robotics Maintenance Technician and help ensure the performance, reliability and availability of our advanced robotic systems at our customer site in Northampton. You will be part of a dedicated on-site team supporting one of our live warehouse automation installations, combining electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and robotics expertise to keep operations running smoothly.

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on robots, conveyors, machines and automated warehouse systems.

• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and uptime.
• Support the continuous operation of Exotec's robotic solutions.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and automation-related faults.

• Conduct effective fault-finding and root cause analysis.
• Escalate complex issues when required and collaborate on solutions.

• Participate in the installation and deployment of Exotec systems.

• Assist with commissioning activities and integration of new equipment.
• Ensure systems are operating according to performance expectations.

• Work closely with site teams to maintain high service levels.

• Respond rapidly to operational incidents and equipment breakdowns.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient warehouse environment.

• Partner with fellow technicians and cross-functional teams.

• Share technical knowledge and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and system optimisation.

• 2-3 years of experience in industrial, electrical, automation or maintenance environments.
• Strong electrical maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Good mechanical maintenance knowledge.
• Experience working with industrial machinery, automated systems or robotics.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to work on-site and participate in shift patterns, including night shifts during peak periods.

• Experience with robotics or warehouse automation systems.

• Knowledge of conveyors, material handling or distribution centre equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, sensors, motors, drives or industrial control systems.
• Background in logistics, manufacturing, automation or intralogistics environments.
• Relevant UK electrical qualifications or certifications.

Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

• Working Pattern: Morning and afternoon shifts
• Peak Season Requirement: Night shifts required during busy periods
• Travel: Primarily site-based with no significant travel currently expected
• Team Size: 6-person on-site maintenance team supporting a major customer operation.

• Work with state-of-the-art robotics, not outdated equipment.
• Join small, supportive teams where everyone makes an impact.
• Enjoy modern, clean working environments.
• Take ownership with the freedom to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to develop expertise across robotics, automation, electrical systems and warehouse technologies while building your career within a rapidly growing global robotics company.