At a Glance
- Tasks: Install and support cutting-edge automated machinery across the UK.
- Company: Innovative engineering business with a focus on automation technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, pension, and increasing annual leave.
- Other info: Field-based role with opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work directly with customers on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification and experience in automation or manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 45000 £ per year.
A well-established and innovative engineering business is seeking a skilled Multi-Skilled Engineer to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working directly with customers, commissioning machinery, troubleshooting technical issues, and delivering high-quality service support across a variety of industrial environments.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, servicing, and support of specialist automated machinery at customer sites throughout the UK, with occasional travel within Europe. This is a predominantly field-based position offering a varied workload, customer interaction, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Install and commission machinery at customer sites
- Carry out service, maintenance, and breakdown support visits
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system faults
- Deliver operator training to customer personnel
- Liaise with customers regarding installation schedules, servicing requirements, and technical support
- Complete detailed site reports and service documentation
- Participate in internal project and design review meetings
- Ensure all site visits are fully prepared, including equipment, parts, and documentation
Candidate Requirements
- Engineering qualification (Degree, HND, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent)
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Proven experience within an automation, machinery, or manufacturing environment
- Strong electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic fault-finding skills
- Experience configuring robots and programming movement patterns
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Experience with PLCs and HMIs
- Knowledge of servo systems, VFDs, remote I/O, Ethernet, and Profibus networks (desirable)
- Understanding of machinery control systems and automation software
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £38,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
- Overtime paid at time and a half (circa 15 hours per month)
- Pension
- Annual Leave (increasing with service)
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Join a forward-thinking engineering company that values innovation and employee development, offering a competitive salary and generous overtime opportunities. With a strong focus on customer interaction and cutting-edge automation technology, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that encourages growth and collaboration. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive team environment, comprehensive training, and the chance to work across diverse industrial settings throughout the UK and occasionally Europe.
