Robotics and Industrial Automation Engineer

iLabs is a global software product engineering company headquartered in Sri Lanka, with deep roots in the US Silicon Valley. We deliver world-class solutions in Web, eCommerce, Mobile, AI/ML, and Cloud technologies, serving industries such as fintech, edtech, medtech, martech, and hospitality. Guided by our vision “to become a global powerhouse in information technology to push humanity forward” we focus on delivering innovative, impactful solutions that empower businesses and create meaningful change in the world.

With a global talent network, we build agile remote teams for leading tech companies worldwide, including Silicon Valley pioneers. Our in-house ventures include Cloud of Goods, a fast-growing eCommerce rental marketplace, and Xenia, a customizable web platform for modern businesses.

At iLabs, we’re on a mission to advance lifestyles through technology and empower our partners to scale smarter and faster. Our culture is driven by creativity, innovation, ownership, teamwork, and global impact; giving you the opportunity and freedom to challenge the norm, spark change, and make a real difference.

If you’re ready to break boundaries and create your defining moment, we’re here to make it happen. Be part of something bigger. Join iLabs

Job Responsibilities

• Design, program, implement, and maintain robotic systems and industrial automation workflows.

• Work on projects involving industrial robots, control systems, sensors, and actuators.

• Optimize robotic systems for efficiency, reliability, and precision in industrial applications.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to integrate automation solutions into production systems.

• Translate conceptual designs into actionable and production-ready prototypes.

• Lead automation projects ensuring timely delivery, quality, and performance standards.

• Perform system calibration, signal processing, and validation of robotics and automation setups.

• Collect and analyze operational data to improve system performance and reliability.

• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective measures for smooth operations.

• Stay updated with emerging robotics, industrial automation, and control system technologies as well as AI implementation in industrial automation.

• Explore and evaluate new tools, techniques, and platforms to enhance automation capabilities.

Shift: SL day time (9am - 6pm)

Location: Battaramulla (On-Site)

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or a related engineering field.

• Hands-on experience in robotics programming, automation systems, or control systems.

• Strong experience with industrial robots, PLCs, sensors, actuators, and automation platforms.

• Solid understanding of mechanical design, electronics, and system integration for automation solutions.

• Ability to optimize robotic processes for efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.

• Experience with troubleshooting, calibration, and validation of robotic and automation systems.

• Up-to-date with emerging robotics and industrial automation technologies, control systems, and best practices.