Job Description

Location

: UK?based, ideally within easy reach of either our Cockermouth HQ or Oxford office. Occasional international travel (customers, technology partners, conferences)

Employment Type

: Full?time, permanent, hybrid

Pay

: Up to 70,000 per annum

Eligibility & Compliance

:

Must hold (or be able to obtain) UK SC security clearance and indefinite right to work in the UK. UK driving license

About Us

Createc leads technological innovation by combining creative applications of emerging sensor technology, robotics, and algorithms with a focus on commercial success and an entrepreneurial spirit to solve real human challenges.

We are a team of multi-skilled individuals who bridge the gap between academic and industrial approaches: we are defined by a technical capability, not a market; but everything we do is defined and guided by a commercial objective.

At Createc, we make technology happen. We're the team behind some of the world's most advanced applications of emerging sensor technology, robotics, and algorithms.?By collaborating with both academia and industry, we are uniquely able to uncover, shape and bring to life innovative ideas to solve real-world problems.

We succeed when our technologies add value in the world.

The Role

As a Principal Robotics & Automation Solutions Architect you will be leading customer?facing discovery, definition, and delivery of advanced robotics and automation solutions. Operating at the intersection of business development and systems engineering, You will uncover client challenges, architects fit?for?purpose technical concepts with the engineering teams, and stewards each programme through to measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Opportunity Creation

Core Activities:

Partner with Createc's Account Managers to shape customer pipeline Conduct consultative customer workshops & discovery interviews Identify and map stakeholder ecosystem
Typical Outputs / Success Measures:

Qualified opportunity briefs Documented stakeholder maps
Solution Definition

Core Activities:

Lead requirements elicitation and validation using Systems Engineering (SE) best practice Decompose high?level needs into functional/non?functional requirements & acceptance criteria Facilitate ideation sessions with internal robotics, sensing and software teams
Typical Outputs / Success Measures:

Approved requirements baseline Concept of Operations (ConOps) & high?level architecture
Business Case & Proposal

Core Activities:

Quantify value proposition, ROI and risk profile Author bids, proposals and grant applications Align solution scope, cost, and schedule with commercial strategy
Typical Outputs / Success Measures:

Win rate on strategic bids Stakeholder buy?in to cost?benefit case
Project Mobilisation & Governance

Core Activities:

Translate requirements into work?breakdown structures and verification plans Support project managers in defining schedule, resourcing and risk registers
Typical Outputs / Success Measures:

On?time, on?budget project launch Clear project KPIs and governance artefacts
Delivery Oversight & Value Realisation

Core Activities:

Chair technical design reviews and gate approvals

Coordinate stakeholder demonstrations and user acceptance testing

Capture lessons learnt and feed a continuous?improvement cycle

Typical Outputs / Success Measures:

Customer satisfaction (NPS???8/10)

About You

As our perfect candidate you will:

Understand and articulate the interplay between people, processes, and technology, with the foresight to anticipate downstream impacts. Prioritise understanding business needs and drivers before recommending solutions, ensuring alignment with organisational goals. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, building trust and clarity across stakeholders Promote cross-functional collaboration and demonstrate leadership without relying on formal authority. Make data-informed decisions, balancing innovation with practical delivery constraints to achieve effective outcomes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Degree (BEng/BSc) in Systems Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline. 5?+?years in technology consulting, solution architecture, or systems engineering--preferably within robotics, industrial automation, or advanced sensing. Demonstrated track record translating ambiguous client problems into delivered technical solutions. Familiarity with ISO/IEC/IEEE?15288, INCOSE SE Handbook, or equivalent frameworks. Working knowledge of agile, waterfall, and stage?gate development lifecycles. Ability to build ROI models, contribute to pricing strategy, and negotiate scope and deliverables. Proven capability for engaging C?suite, operations, engineering, and regulatory bodies. Excellent workshop facilitation, technical writing, and presentation skills. Fluency in English essential; additional languages an asset.

Desirable Skills

Industry domain knowledge in nuclear, energy, utilities, or hazardous?environment robotics. Familiarity with enterprise-grade hardware deployment at customer sites. Experience developing safety or ATEX?compliant systems. Exposure to data analytics, AI/ML, or digital twin technologies. Chartered Engineer (CEng) or INCOSE CSEP certification.

Travel & Work Pattern

Regular on?site visits to customer facilities, test labs, and integration sites (anticipated 4-6?days per month). Occasional international travel to conferences and partner locations (Europe, North America, APAC). Hybrid working model--flexible split between home office, company offices, and customer premises.
Please be aware that all employees undergo baseline security checks prior to joining the company, this is to meet the requirements of some of our projects.

Your Benefits

Flexible working hours?(with core hours 10-4) Enhanced pension scheme The option to buy and sell annual leave Cycle2Work Scheme On site parking 25 days holidays + bank holidays Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave Sick pay

Our Personal Development and Createc Philosophy

Createc supports enthusiastic, hardworking staff that deliver. We have and continue to support training on the job and Chartership applications with mentorship and development plans.

Our YouTube channel will give you an insight to some of the exciting work we have been doing recently: Createc - YouTube / www.youtube/@createc

Our website can also be used to gain further insight on who we are and what we do:?www.createc.co.uk

Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I)

At Createc, we strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all candidates. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working.

We want everyone to feel valued, by encouraging a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application, please feel free to get in touch with us at Careers@createc.co.uk.

Closing Date

If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible, as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Cockermouth CA13 0HR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Technology consulting, preferably within relevant industries: 5 years (required) relevant industry : 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

50% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cockermouth CA13 0HR

Application deadline: 03/09/2025
Reference ID: CR0608