Robotics engineer at Again (EJ006 v1.0)
Introduction to Again🌎
We make reusable packaging 90% cheaper for FMCG brands.
Built by a team of ex-Unilever & ex-Terracycle circular economy geeks, Again is building a distributed network of 100's of autonomous cleaning facilities, called CleanCells, each processing and cleaning packaging for reuse by the world's largest FMCG brands.
The goal: to make reusable packaging the same as single use by 2025.
We're building the next generation of automated cleaning cells
Having secured partnerships with the world's largest brands, we now want to execute our vision of creating CleanCells, fully automated units which clean packaging, ready for reuse. The challenges abound and we must innovate!
We get very excited thinking about:
● Designing step-by-step systems which carry out a diverse range of tasks, ● Integrating industrial mechanical design with electronics, robotics, sensing technologies,
etc. ● Developing solutions which we improve upon month after month, ● Ensuring we design with sustainability, circularity and energy efficiency in mind, ● Building the first machines ourselves (hands will get dirty!), ● Progressing our early prototype-like designs into low- to medium-volume
production-ready solutions, ● And a lot more!
We're looking for an experienced robotics engineer 🧠
You'll lead the development of the robotic systems on the CleanCell 🎉
● You’ll lead the design and development of the robotic systems of the Cleancell, ● You’ll work hand in hand with your colleagues to provide a solution for the different
challenges, ● You’ll organise rigorous testing of our designs, ● You’ll help with the manufacturing and commissioning of our systems, ● You’ll interface with suppliers for the supply and integration of bought-in technologies
and parts,
● You’ll participate in the building of the department and contribute to defining the best work methodologies.
You'll become a core member of the team🙌
● We will create a vibrant and lively atmosphere at work, ● We will continuously discuss how to improve our approach to our challenging workloads, ● Together we'll agree deadlines and hold each other accountable to hitting them, ● We will consult each other on the talents we bring in the team as the company grows.
What we're looking for in you 🧐
● Proven experience with C\C++ software development. ● Proven experience with Python software development. ● Proven hands-on experience in robotics / actuated systems control. ● Superb analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to develop and implement complex
algorithms, learn and apply new programming languages, tools and frameworks. ● Experience in the mechanical and electrical design of robotic systems. ● Ideally, you will have worked with computer vision systems. ● Exposure to ML is welcome. ● Industry experience from machinery design from Automotive, Food, FMCG, Warehouse
Automation, Materials Handling industries is preferred, as is waste water management. ● Excellent communication and teamwork skills. ● Great attention to detail. ● Proactive mindset. ● Degree in robotics, software, mechatronics, or relevant field.
Why should you apply?
● Join a team that will design a complete solution to beat the packaging crisis. ● We'll pay you £50-60k depending on experience. ● We'll give you equity in the company. ● We're really fun.
What do you need to know?
Again is a start-up. We have amazing brand partnerships and investors that we love. We are currently 7 people, growing to a team of 25 by the end of 2023. We're based in London, and whilst we are open to remote applications, we're moving very fast and we find being in the same space really helps so we prefer people who can be in the office most of the time.