Careers at Trio

Applicants Requirements :

• Applicants must have a good degree, masters or doctorate in Software/Mathematics/Electronics or a strongly related discipline.
• Able to demonstrate a solid understanding of programming and software development gained on embedded or related projects.
• Shall be legally entitled to work in the UK.
• Effective communication skills.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing embedded and PC software for Trio’s motion control products. This will include working in cross-functional teams with other Trio engineers to deliver complete automation solutions.
• Development and testing of algorithms for motion and robot control.
• Assisting to define and develop Trio’s Motion iX and RPS languages.
• Developing PC based software tools for Trio’s motion control products.
• Involvement in all activities within the software lifecycle, including planning, design, implementation, integration, debug, test and documentation.

Competencies:

• C programming on embedded systems
• ARM® processors, both single and multi-core
• Firmware driver development
• Embedded system debug tools
• RTOS's
• Full software lifecycle experience
• Software development methodologies
• Source control tools
• Logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
• Mathematical algorithm development
• Use of a Microsoft® Windows® hosted development environment

Experience with the following will be advantageous:

• MathWorks MATLAB™
• Developing applications, drivers and services for the Linux® operating system
• Experience using IAR EWARM®, Lauterbach® and J-Link® debuggers
• An understanding of digital and analogue electronics, and embedded hardware
• Knowledge of servo and stepper motors
• A good understanding of kinematics and dynamics for industrial robots and motion control
• High level programming languages; for example, C++, Python, MATLAB / Simulink
• Knowledge of interfacing automation hardware with electrical systems and the basic principles of machine control
• PLC programming, preferably using the standard IEC61131-3 environment

Travel Requirements:

• Very occasional travel in the UK and abroad may be required
• Could involve overnight stays or travel at the weekend

Benefits:

• Pivotal role in an engineering led company
• Work with the latest multi-core processors, and software development and debug tools
• Work with the latest technology in motion control
• Working within a small and dynamic team
• Competitive salary, profit related pay and pension contribution
• Flexitime, and hybrid working option up to 25% of your time

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-01-2023-sweng

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At Trio we have developed our own industrial motion and robotics controllers – including the electronics design using leading edge multi-core ARM processors, the embedded software, and our own kinematic and dynamics algorithms, path and trajectory planning, and other advanced mathematical solutions. If this sounds exciting, and you want to be involved helping us develop our next generation controllers – then get in touch !

During a summer vacation internship at Trio you will gain valuable industrial experience, whilst providing us with assistance towards developing and testing our next generation of motion control and robotic solutions, and supporting our customers with their applications. You will be working with different types of industrial machines and robots, such as SCARA, Delta and 6DOF, through different applications and test programs. You will also work with our off-line programming system, enabling you to program full production lines in a virtual environment.

It is envisaged you shall spend some time in our robotic, software, hardware, and application support departments, with the majority of your time in the team most closely aligned with your interests, skills, and a particular project for your internship.

Applicants must be working towards a degree, masters or doctorate in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, Embedded Software, Mathematics or a strongly related discipline, be able to demonstrate an interest in advanced automation, and an ability with algorithm design, and high level programming and/or electronics and FPGA design.

The Role :

• Gain a thorough understanding of the Trio robotic and motion control automation solution
• Assist development of Trio robotic and motion control system, including the embedded software and/or electronics and FPGA design
• Design and develop robotic and motion control prototypes
• Design test environments for Trio robotic and motion control system
• Algorithm design and implementation
• Embedded and PC based programming for development and test of robotic and motion control algorithms
• Support customer robotic and motion control applications
• Setup and commission of customer robotic and motion control solutions

Requirements :

• Working towards a degree, masters or doctorate in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, Embedded Software, Mathematics or strongly related discipline
• The ability to attend our offices in Tewkesbury during normal work hours
• Strong desire to work in industrial motion control and robotics
• Excellent academic record

Competencies :

Experience of the following would be desirable :

• High level programming languages; for example, C, Python, MATLAB / Simulink
• Electronic schematic and PCB layouts, and developing FPGA programs in VHDL
• Good understanding of kinematics and dynamics for industrial robots
• Algorithm development
• Knowledge of interfacing automation hardware with electrical systems and the basic principles of machine control
• Experience with different industrial robots and systems
• PLC programming, preferably using the standard IEC61131-3 environment
• Electrical interfacing between a controller and sensors/actuators in an automation system

Benefits :

• Work with the latest technology in software, electronics, robotics and motion control
• Working within a small and dynamic team
• Engineering placement within an engineering led company
• Experience and understand the complete product development lifecycle for leading-edge high technology embedded systems
• Earn while you learn
• Provide you with an opportunity to understand the industry, and possibly lead to a full time role in the future

Travel Requirements :

• Very occasional travel in the UK may be required

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

This is a full time role for up to 3 months during the summer vacation. Trio operates a flexi-time scheme. You must have the right to work in the UK for the period of the internship.

Job reference : UK-10-2022-Engineering Summer Internship 2023

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Specific Job Responsibilities :

• Provision of technical support to existing customers via multiple media channels
• Support and training of in-house and external applications engineers
• Enabling communication between customers and development (R&D) teams
• Production of technical documentation and communications
• Work with customers to create world-class technical solutions using Trio products
• Work closely with our R&D throughout the product development cycle, to ensure product needs align with our customer feedback

Travel Requirements :

• Based at Trio’s HQ in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
• Some remote working when appropriate
• Responsibilities may require domestic and international travel

Core requirements :

Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a number product support engineers. If you are looking for a rewarding and interesting step up in your career, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Electronic engineering
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Understanding of customer requirements including typical manufacturing processes
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to produce technical documentation to a professional standard
• A valid passport ensuring unrestricted travel to and from the UK
• A valid UK driving licence

Desirable additional requirements :

Training will be given in areas which are new to the applicant.

• Experience using stand-alone automation systems; e.g. PLC or Motion Controller
• Knowledge of a programming language; for example C, BASIC, Python
• Programming with the standard IEC61131-3 languages
• Application and configuration of Industrial Robots
• Servo and/or Stepper drives and motors
• Using real-time deterministic networks, e.g. EtherCAT, Sercos, CanOpen, Profinet RT
• Programming and configuration of touch-screen HMIs
• Practical experience of electrical interfacing between devices in an automation system

Trio are looking for team players who can communicate effectively in English, are legally entitled to live and work in the UK and can be based at our HQ in Gloucestershire. A full driving licence is required and applicants must be eligible to obtain business visas for USA/Canada, China, EU and India as some foreign travel may be necessary.

Benefits :

When you join Trio, you will be working with our customers, application specialists and R&D engineers based in the UK and abroad to bring the latest automation technology to the market. You will be able to think logically about problem solving and communicating with others at a technical level. In return Trio will be committing to your future career, providing relevant training, a competitive salary and employee benefits such as contributory pension, hybrid working and 25 days holiday per year.

You will also have an important full time role in an engineering-led company that has considerable future growth potential serving the global market for motion-centric industrial automation.

• Competitive salary
• Profit-related bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme, employer matches first 5%
• Remote/hybrid working option up to 25% of working time
• 25 days holiday per annum

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-09-2022-Product Support Engineer

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The role will involve:

• Leading and owning our robotic and motion control system development roadmap
• Engineering research and algorithm development
• The design, development, implementation and delivery of our robotic solutions
• Direct contact with customers and real applications, via our application development teams

Applicants Requirements :

Applicants must have a good degree, masters or PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mathematics or strongly related discipline. They must be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of the principles behind industrial motion and robotic control, gained over at least 4 years of experience, ideally on industrial or high reliability projects.

Experience with the following will be advantageous:

• Good understanding of kinematics and dynamics for industrial robots.
• Algorithm development
• MathWorks MATLAB™
• High level programming languages; for example, C, Python, MATLAB™ / Simulink™, ABB Rapid™
• Experience with different industrial robots and systems
• Knowledge of interfacing automation hardware with electrical systems, sensors and actuators; and the basic principles of machine control
• Control systems
• Servo and stepper motors

A broad personality and ability to communicate effectively in English is required. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK.

Benefits :

• Pivotal role in an engineering led company
• Work with the latest technology motion control
• Competitive salary, profit related pay, pension contribution and flexible working
• Occasional international travel

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-02-2022-snr_robotics_motion_eng

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Applicants Requirements :

• Electronics / Electrical Engineering degree or HND.
• 2+ years relevant experience.

Specific Job Responsibilities :

• Liaising with the development team during the design process for new products.
• Verify manufacturing data for hand over to production.
• Supporting product designs in manufacture.
• Providing design support to applications team.
• Implement design changes when required for product or process improvement.
• Document design changes as required by ISO9001 Quality System.
• Verify design changes and record test results.
• Maintenance and improvement of production tests.
• Identify and implement cost reductions through product or process changes.
• Identify and implement quality improvements through product or process changes.

Competencies :

• Strong practical electronics skills.
• Fault finding
• Familiarity with microcontroller / microprocessor circuits
• Product testing, including regulatory tests, e.g. EMC
• Basic CAD skills
• Basic software skills
• Detailed and methodical approach to work
• Personable and effective communication in English

Travel Requirements :

• Very occasional travel in the UK and abroad may be required
• Could involve overnight stays or travel at weekend

Benefits :

• Important role in an engineering led company
• Work with the latest technology motion control
• Working within a small and dynamic team
• Attractive salary, profit related pay and pension contribution

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-06-2021-eleceng

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Applicants Requirements :

• Electronics / Electrical Engineering degree (2:2 or higher)
• Experience of a relevant product development environment, such as industrial or other high reliability product design
• A confident and credible self-starter with effective communication skills
• • Applicants shall be legally entitled to work in the UK

Specific Job Responsibilities :

• Working from product specification to create circuit design
• Create schematic and PCB layouts
• Develop FPGA programs in VHDL
• Assist with integration and debug of hardware and software designs
• Design verification & validation testing, including regulatory tests, e.g. EMC
• Document designs and record test results as required by ISO9001 Quality System
• Produce manufacturing data for hand over to production

Competencies :

• Schematic & PCB design using Altium Designer
• VHDL for Lattice FPGA design
• High speed circuit design and layout
• Microcontroller & microprocessor design, up to 64bit, with DDR4 memory
• Design for EMC
• Design for manufacture
• Detailed and methodical approach to work
• Personable and effective communication in English

Travel Requirements :

• Very occasional travel in the UK and abroad may be required
• Could involve overnight stays or travel at weekend

Benefits :

• Pivotal role in an engineering led company
• Work with the latest technology in motion control
• Working within a small and dynamic team
• Competitive salary, profit related pay and pension contribution

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-06-2021-elecdeveng

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Applicants Requirements :

• A good engineering degree.
• Functional safety experience, possibly gained from a similar role within the automation, automotive, medical, rail or aerospace industries.
• A confident and credible self-starter with effective communication skills.
• Applicants shall be legally entitled to work in the UK

Specific Job Responsibilities :

• Leading the functional safety strategy and implementation within our organisation.
• Build a safety development team, though training and hiring of team members.
• Develop and implement a suitable safety design process, for our research and development teams in Tewkesbury, UK and Milan, Italy.
• Lead the delivery of functional safety certified products.
• Undertake safety engineering activities in accordance with the guidance from IEC61508.
• Write and review product safety requirements and characteristics, to ensure that the relevant standards can be met.
• Ensure requirements traceability, completeness and coverage, and plan improvements.
• Lead, support and maintain the system and design FMEA methodologies.
• Work with approval & technology partners to realise product safety certification & delivery.
• Support audits at internal and external design reviews and safety committee meetings.
• Project manage the planning of functional safety activities and process conformance.
• Performing necessary safety analysis, and generating report documents required for peer and governance reviews.
• Support and ensure alignment of functional safety best practices between projects
• Continuous study of legislation and standard updates, and the ability to analyse these and identify areas with which we must comply.

Competencies :

• A thorough knowledge of relevant functional safety standards, and experience as a functional safety engineer./li>
• Experience with IEC 61800-5-2 designed functions for safe motion and dynamic states of safety would be beneficial.
• A thorough knowledge and experience as a developer in at least one of the fields of electronics, embedded SW or system control strategy and a good awareness of the others.
• Detailed and methodical approach to work.
• Self-motivated with a proactive safety culture mind-set. A strong ability to pay attention to details without losing sight of the overall goals, objectives and product technology constraints.
• Good communication and collaboration skills that enable you to build positive and trustworthy relationships, both internally and externally. An excellent communicator in English (verbally and in writing) with an interest in working across the entire organisation.

Travel Requirements :

• Travel to the team in Milan, and occasional travel in the UK and abroad will be required.
• Could involve overnight stays or travel at weekend.

Benefits :

• Pivotal role in an engineering led company.
• Leading the functional safety strategy and implementation within our organisation
• Work with the latest technology in motion control.
• Competitive salary, profit related pay, pension contribution and flexible working.

Location :

Tewkesbury, UK

Salary :

Competitive

Contract and working hours :

Permanent - Full-time

Job reference : UK-09-2021-fseng

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