Automation Engineer

TJX EUROPE; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 hour week

Overtime opportunities

No night shifts

Discount

Free onsite parking

Subsidised canteen

Job summary

TJX Europe is seeking an Automation Engineer for our Wakefield Processing Centre. You will help run and maintain all automated systems to keep production downtime to a minimum, working as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role suits someone with PLC and networking knowledge (ASI/IBUS), capable of reading electrical and mechanical drawings, and with a proactive fault-finding mindset. Competitive salary and benefits available on site.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3+ in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience in an automation engineering role.
• PLC and networking knowledge preferred (ASI/IBUS).
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong under pressure and deadline driven.
• Proactive fault finding and continuous improvement mindset.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Run and maintain all automated systems to minimise downtime.
• Work as part of the Wakefield processing Centre team.
• Assist in maintaining equipment and implementing improvements.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Electrical/mechanical understanding

PLC knowledge

ASI/IBUS networking

Reading electrical/mechanical drawings

Under pressure/deadlines

Proactive fault finding

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3+ in electrical/mechanical

Tools

PLC hardware

ASI networking

IBUS networking

Electrical drawings tools

Job description

TJX is an exciting place to work and we count on our Associates to bring our business to life. Staying true to our open, collaborative culture and values of honesty, integrity, and treating each other with dignity and respect is a top priority for us. TJX Europe

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

Amazing, supportive people. Fast-paced work that makes no two days the same. You'll find all this and more when you join our TJX Distribution Team.

You may not have heard of TJX Europe, but chances are you've shopped in Homesense or TK Maxx; these are part of our TJX Europe family.

We're looking for Automation Engineers to join the team at our Wakefield processing Centre.

As an Automation Engineer you will work as part of a team helping to run and maintain all our automated systems ensuring all equipment and machinery are in excellent working order and keeping production downtime to a minimum.

Required Skills

• Previous experience of working in a similar role and environment
• Recognised engineering qualification to NVQ Level 3 or higher, in an electrical and/or mechanical subject
• PLC, Network knowledge preferred.
• ASI, IBUS networking and addressing knowledge.
• Ability to understand electrical and mechanical drawings/manuals.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Practical attitude with effective communication skills
• Have a proactive approach to fault finding, a commitment to continuous improvement, and personal development.
• Computer literate

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary
• 36 hour per week contract
• Fixed 3-week rota - so you know exactly when you will working.
• Opportunity for overtime
• No night shifts!! Shifts are either 6am - 3pm or 3pm to Midnight.
• Subsidised Canteen
• 10% company discount
• Free onsite parking

As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Address:

Grovehall Lane

Location:

EUR UK Wakefield Processing Centre