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Forward Deployed Engineer (Hardware Focus)

  • Full Time
  • Sheffield

Website RivelinRobotics Rivelin Robotics

NetShape® teaches robots to cut, grind, polish and inspect metal

About Rivelin

Rivelin’s mission is to bring advanced robotics to the mainstream. We exist to unlock the automation of jobs that are too hazardous, strenuous, or unpleasant to do by hand. Skilled metalworking and machining are vital crafts for manufacturing the everyday items we rely on. As job preferences move away from manual labor, we aim to accelerate the transition toward safer, cleaner digital manufacturing powered by software, mechatronics, and AI.

We’re seeking resourceful, collaborative optimists who see opportunities instead of roadblocks. You’ll join a dynamic, growth-oriented team, shaping the future of manufacturing as one of Rivelin’s early employees.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be the critical link between Rivelin’s technology and our customers’ operations. Your role ensures successful deployment, commissioning, and optimization of robotic systems directly at customer sites:

  • Lead on-site deployments, integration, and commissioning of Rivelin robotic systems.
  • Collaborate closely with customers to troubleshoot, optimize, and refine system performance.
  • Provide technical support and expert training to customer teams.
  • Coordinate closely with internal engineering teams to tailor hardware and software solutions.
    Conduct customer Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and deliver demonstrations of Rivelin’s technology.
  • Gain deep expertise in NetShape®, our flagship robot control, teaching, and perception platform.

Who You Are

  • You hold a degree, equivalent apprenticeship or industrial experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
  • Experienced in robotics, automation, or industrial machinery deployment (e.g. panel building).
  • Strong problem-solving and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
  • Comfortable working directly with customers, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
  • Ability and willingness to travel regularly to customer sites, domestically and internationally.
  • (bonus) Experience in CAD software (ideally Fusion 360) is advantageous.
  • (bonus) Familiarity with PLC programming (IEC 61131-3) and Beckhoff TwinCAT environment is a plus.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Headquarters in Sheffield: World-class climbing, mountain biking, trail running, kayaking, boutique coffee roasters, award-winning craft beer, and a lower cost of living.
  • Direct, immediate impact in a dynamic startup environment.
  • Diverse, varied tasks adapting quickly to customer priorities and market demands.
  • 31 days holiday including bank holidays, annual Christmas shutdown.
  • Opportunity for international travel.
  • Generous share options available.

To apply, email jobs@rivelinrobotics.com

To apply for this job email your details to jobs@rivelinrobotics.com.