Robotics Systems Engineer

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to: Senior Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities This role is contributing to the Robotics Division, Proposal & Engineering Department in Italy.

Main stakeholders are:

• Proposal Engineers

• Mechanical Engineers

• Electrical & Automation Engineers

• Project Managers

• Customers

• System Integrators

The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Supporting the development of customized robotic and automation solutions for industrial customers.

• Evaluating software architectures, automation concepts and technical feasibility during both quotation and project execution phases.

• Contributing to the software lifecycle including requirements definition, design review, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting activities.

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated robotic, mechanical and software solutions that meet customer requirements.

Our team dynamics You will join a highly skilled and collaborative Engineering & Proposal team focused on the development of robotic automation systems for manufacturing, welding, material handling and industrial process applications.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar technical field.

• Experience in industrial automation, robotics software, PLC programming, SCADA systems or manufacturing automation applications.

• Good understanding of software architectures, industrial communication protocols and system integration concepts.

• Experience with robot programming, simulation tools, industrial networks and automation platforms is considered a strong advantage.

• Ability to evaluate technical solutions, software effort and project risks during the proposal and engineering phases.

• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving attitude and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

• Fluent Italian and English.

What's in it for you

• Work on highly customized robotic automation projects for leading industrial customers.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a global technology company.

• Contribute to innovative solutions involving robotics, software and advanced manufacturing technologies.

• Continuous professional development within ABB Robotics.

Compensation Package

As part of our commitment to transparency, we want to share the compensation details for this position: Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico Minimum annual salary: €39.000 Variable Pay: Eligible for Company Productivity Bonus

The offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards.

Benefits as per policy

Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and a strong focus on work-life integration and Wellbeing support for employees and their families Welfare plan with a wide range of personalized services Canteen or meal vouchers provided

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

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