About Intelligent Robotics

Intelligent Robotics Pty Ltd is an innovative, award winning company, that designs and deploys advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation solutions across industrial environments. Our work blends robotics, automation, 3D sensing, Artificial Intelligence, and software systems to solve real operational problems.

We operate as a highly technical, hands-on team — delivering systems that are robust, practical, and production-ready.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Sydney, NSW, for an Automation Project Engineer specialising in Industrial Robotics & Automation. This is a technically hands-on role with strong project ownership, customer interaction, and site-based delivery. You will work closely with robotics engineers, software engineers, electrical and mechanical contractors, and end customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification .

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end delivery of automation and robotics projects
• Project planning, scheduling, and coordination of internal and external resources
• Technical design and review of automation systems (robotics, PLC, safety)
• Managing system integration, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT)
• On-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover
• Customer communication, progress reporting, and technical discussions
• Managing suppliers, integrators, and contractors
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, electrical standards, and site requirements

Qualifications - Essential

• Degree or trade-qualified background in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics, or similar
• Experience delivering industrial automation projects
• Strong understanding of PLC-based control systems, Industrial robotics and automation equipment, Electrical and safety systems
• Sensors and intelligent vision systems
• Comfortable working on-site during commissioning phases
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Able to work independently and take ownership of outcomes

Qualifications - Highly Regarded

• Experience with industrial robots (Staubli, ABB, KUKA, UR, ROS)

• PLC programming (B&R, Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff)

• Safety systems (safety PLCs, light curtains, scanners)

• Industrial networks (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus)

• Experience working in manufacturing, logistics, or heavy industry

• Exposure to higher-level robotics or intelligent automation systems

We offer a competitive package and a role with real responsibility