Automation Engineer

Logistex; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Employee-owned trust

Cycle to work scheme

Private medical insurance

Option to buy additional leave

Job summary

Logistex is seeking an Automation Engineer for our brand-new site in the United Kingdom. You will support automated systems and conveyors, delivering high-quality engineering services to keep operations safe and efficient.

Join a team focused on continuous improvement and collaboration with Site Managers and Field Service. A background in logistics automation and strong Health & Safety knowledge will help you drive performance on site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics automation or similar engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards.
• Demonstrated fault diagnosis and preventative maintenance experience.
• Experience supporting automated systems and conveyors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality engineering support across automated systems and conveyors.
• Ensure safe and efficient operations by following Health & Safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with the CI Manager.
• Collaborate with Site Managers and Field Service teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain equipment, diagnose faults, and minimise downtime.

Skills

Automation engineering

Logistics automation

Health & Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

NVQ/BTEC/C&G/HNC/ONC

Job description

Are you an engineer with experience in automation? Have you worked with advanced systems like robots, cranes, conveyors—or similar cutting-edge technology? We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at our brand-new site for one of our largest clients.

Why join us as Automation Engineer?

• Career development opportunities
• Become a member of an Employee-owned trust
• Upon completion of Probationary:
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy additional leave
• Option to join Private medical insurance

What will you be doing as Automation Engineer

• Deliver high-quality engineering support across automated systems and conveyors.
• Ensure safe and efficient operations, following Health & Safety protocols.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives alongside the CI Manager.
• Collaborate with Site Managers and Field Service teams to solve technical challenges.
• Maintain equipment, diagnose faults, and keep downtime to a minimum.

What we are looking for?

• Engineering qualification: NVQ, B-Tec, C&G, HNC/ONC
• Proven experience in logistics automation, MHE, or similar engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards
• Full UK driving licence.