Automation and Service Engineering Technician

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Dartington; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An international industrial company is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician to join their Technical Support and Service Team in Dartington. This role involves assembling and testing industrial equipment, providing on-site training, and participating in national and international travel for up to 125 days annually. The ideal candidate will have completed a recognized apprenticeship and possess strong skills in machine assembly, fault diagnosis, and effective problem-solving abilities. This position offers an attractive salary and travel allowances.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Travel allowances

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Identity Document/Passport and willingness to travel.
• Experience in the assembly of industrial equipment.
• Ability to write concise reports and offer solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and modify equipment to technical drawings.
• Commission equipment on-site and train customers.
• Conduct testing of machinery before despatch.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.

Skills

Dual skilled in machine assembly and fault diagnosis

Attention to detail using measuring equipment

Ability to read mechanical and pneumatic drawings

Understanding PLC machine controls

Self-motivated with strong communication skills

Education

Completed a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

Educated to HNC or Degree Level

Tools

Measuring equipment (Micrometre & Vernier callipers)

Job description

Automation Engineering and Service Technician– Attractive Salary + Travel Allowances – Permanent

Gloucestershire and UK - Manufacturing Equipment and Machinery – Industrial and Automation

An Automation Engineering Technician is required to join an International Industrial and Automation Company that is expanding their Technical Support and Service Team.

The Automation Engineering Technicianwill report to the Service Manager and will be involved in the setting and testing of capital industrial equipment prior to despatch. The Automation Engineering Technicianwill be commissioning in ours and our customer’s factories and training of operator and maintenance personnel in the use of our equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Automation Engineering Technician

• Assemble product development equipment and machinery to technical drawings provided.
• Modify parts and assemblies using hand & power tools such as drills, belt sanders & band saws.
• Apply experience and creativity to problem solving during build and test phases of development.
• Setting and testing of Company’s Engineering’s full range of industrial and Assembly equipment.
• Final testing and assembly of machinery in preparation of inspection and despatch.
• Installation and commissioning of company’s equipment.
• Training of customer’s staff at various levels at both the company and customer’s premises.
• Report writing and recommendations following all visits.
• Keep up to date expense claims and to uphold company’s expenses policy.
• Liaise with Sales, Production and Design Teams.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to other members of the team.
• National and some International Travel including weekend work where required.
• Ensure that all relevant machine documentation is always completed accurately.
• Identify opportunities for process, productivity, and quality improvements by highlighting issues.
• Adhere to and always apply all workplace management and rules consistently.
• Actively participate in improvement projects as required.
• Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholder, customers, and suppliers.
• Embrace the values of Company and live these by example.
• Be consistent with corporate policies / procedures and legal obligations.
• Ensure that all Company policies and procedures are adhered to within operations.

You may also be required to undertake additional tasks or duties from time to time.

Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required for the Automation Engineering Technician

• Completed a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and Educated to HNC or Degree Level.
• Dual skilled and a proven track record of machine assembly and fault diagnosis.
• Able to use measuring equipment such as Micrometre & Vernier callipers with attention to detail.
• Able to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings.
• Able to read and interpret pneumatic drawings and circuits.
• Fault find pneumatic circuits to component level.
• Understanding of electrical control circuits.
• Understanding of PLC Machine controls.
• Able to write concise informative reports and offer solutions to problems.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiast and able to communicate at all levels, both orally and written.
• Must hold a Valid Identity Documents / Passport and be willing to travel up to 125 days Nationally and sometimes Internationally and be very flexible in terms of working hours and travel, etc

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Automation Engineering Technicianthen apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line (phone number removed) or email suitable MS Word CV’s to