Robotics Vision Specialist

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:

Operations Manager

 

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to grow our robotics business by expanding into the Service Robotics. Leveraging our broad portfolio of products and cutting-edge technology, Service Robotics is focused on bringing the benefits of automation to customers in healthcare, life sciences, foodservice and retail point-of-sale—enhancing precision, throughput, and efficiency.

You will have the opportunity to execute technical assignments focused on robotic vision and perception systems. Each day, you will design, develop, and deploy vision-based solutions to enable reliable detection, inspection, and guidance for robotic applications. You will deliver high-quality solutions in line with agreed timelines and standards, using established tools and continuously improving methodologies. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting the development of vision-related solutions, technical capabilities, and services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and performance.

In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

- Work model: #LI-hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Design, develop, program, and commission vision-guided robotic systems using ABB robots, including RAPID programming and full system integration.
• Integrate, configure, calibrate, and optimize industrial vision systems for inspection and robot guidance applications.
• Lead and contribute to technical discussions, reviews, and decision-making, working independently to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Support system validation, testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities, including on-site installation and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate and provide technical support to ensure timely resolution of issues across development and production phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to R&D, standardization, continuous improvement, and technical documentation in line with company standards.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the Role

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Vision, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience with industrial robots and robotic cell integration (e.g., ABB, FANUC, KUKA), with familiarity in robot programming (such as RAPID or similar languages) as a plus.
• Solid hands-on experience with industrial computer vision systems, including platforms such as MVTec HALCON, Cognex, Keyence, Mech-Mind, or other equivalent 2D/3D vision solutions.
• Experience in vision-guided robotics applications (e.g., inspection, pick & place, guidance, measurement), ideally including 3D vision and bin-picking applications.
• Good understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., PROFINET, EtherNet/IP) and strong ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), with availability for occasional travel and on-site commissioning activities.
   

What’s in it for you?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. 

ABB provides competitive benefits, ask us!

Locally, you can count on

• 🛡️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: You’ll be covered by our collective insurance plans in Spain – life, accident, and travel assistance – so you can feel secure whether you're at work or on the road.
• 🍽️ Lunch Allowance / Cantine: Enjoy subsidized meals or canteen access depending on your location.
• 🏡 Home Office Flexibility: Work from wherever suits you best thanks to our flexible remote work options.
• 📱 Company Mobile Phone: Stay connected with a corporate phone – no need to mix work and personal calls.
• 🅿️ Employee Parking: We’ve got employee parking so you can start your day stress-free!
• 💻 Benefits Platform: Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts on everything from tech to travel through our employee benefits portal.
• 📈 Employee Share Acquisition Plan: Want to invest in your future? Join our share acquisition plan and grow with the company.
• 🎓 Learning & Training: Take advantage of a wide range of learning opportunities grow, upskill, and move forward in your career.
• 🚀 Career Development: Expect plenty of chances to advance your career internally with our Open Job Market, with support to explore new roles and take on exciting challenges!
• 🕓 Flexible Work Practices: We get that life happens – we support a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

• 💚 Wellbeing Program: From mental health support to wellness activities, we’ve got your back—mind and body.

More about us

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com

At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity, generations, etc. Together, we are embarking in a journey where each one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

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