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Automation Engineer
Location: Northampton
Salary: £56,500 per annum
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off - days and nights
We are looking for a motivated and technically capable Automation Engineer to join a busy, highly automated warehouse and distribution operation in Northampton.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment where automation, equipment reliability and operational efficiency are critical to business performance. You will play a key role in maintaining, fault-finding and optimising automated systems and materials handling equipment, ensuring maximum availability and minimal disruption to operations.
Working as part of the engineering team, you will support the performance of automated conveyor systems, control systems, sensors, motors, drives and associated equipment, helping to identify recurring faults, improve system reliability and drive continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on automated warehouse systems and materials handling equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and automation-related faults to minimise downtime and maintain operational performance.
- Fault-find across automated conveyor systems, sensors, motors, drives, actuators and associated control equipment.
- Support the maintenance and optimisation of automated processes, ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently and reliably.
- Respond to system breakdowns, identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
- Assist with the monitoring and performance improvement of automated systems, identifying opportunities to reduce downtime and improve productivity.
- Work with PLC-controlled equipment and automation systems to diagnose faults and support effective fault resolution.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, reliability improvements and engineering projects across the site.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, document recurring faults and communicate technical issues to relevant team members.
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with site health and safety procedures, safe systems of work and relevant engineering standards.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer or multi-skilled maintenance engineering role within a manufacturing, industrial, logistics or distribution environment.
- Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities. xsabvtc
- Experience working with automated machinery, conveyor systems or automated materials handling equipment.
- Knowledge of PLC-controlled systems and the ability to diagnose automation-related fau
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Automation Engineer in Northampton employer: gap technical
As a Quality Technician at our Deeside facility, you will join a global manufacturing leader that prioritises employee development and a collaborative work culture. We offer competitive salaries, a supportive environment for professional growth, and a commitment to safety and quality that empowers you to make a meaningful impact in your role. Enjoy the benefits of working Monday to Friday, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule while contributing to innovative R&D initiatives.
