Automation & Robotics Engineer
hace 3 días
Leicester
Role: Automation & Robotics Engineer Location: Leicestershire (Field-based with weekly UK-wide travel) Salary: Dependant on Experience We are partnering with a fast-growing automation solutions provider delivering flexible, pay-as-you-go robotics and automation services to the manufacturing sector. With no CapEx or long-term contracts, their unique business model removes traditional barriers to entry, helping clients streamline internal logistics with minimal disruption. As part of their ambitious growth plans, they are now seeking a hands-on Automation & Robotics Engineer to support solution delivery from concept to commissioning. About the Role: As an Automation & Robotics Engineer, you will play a vital role in the full project lifecycle, from initial client engagement through design, build, programming, testing, installation, and commissioning. Working directly with customers across the UK, this field-based position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on variety, autonomy, and direct impact. Key Responsibilities: • Support sales team through client site visits and on-site demos, • Conduct feasibility assessments and develop automation solutions, • Design mechanical, electrical, and control systems in collaboration with internal teams, • Assemble, configure, and build systems aligned with specifications, • Own PLC programming (primarily Siemens), including development, testing, and fault-finding, • Install, commission, and hand over solutions at client sites, including training and documentation What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in automation, robotics, or a similar engineering role, • Knowledge of PLCs (preferably Siemens), • Experience of electronic installations, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively, • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, agile team, • Experience with AGVs, AMRs, or industrial automation systems, • Background in lean manufacturing or process improvement Benefits: • Access to a company vehicle, laptop, and phone, • Opportunity to work at the forefront of automation innovation, • Supportive, tight-knit team with big ambitions and exciting growth plans, • Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, death in service (4x salary), critical illness cover, income protection, and 8% pension, • Direct impact on project outcomes and client success, • 35 days annual leave including bank holidays Ready to revolutionise manufacturing through robotics? Apply now