Automation Engineer

John Charles Search; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Automation Engineer in West Midlands, UK. The role involves delivering technical support and optimising automated warehouse systems, with responsibilities including maintenance, fault-finding, and collaborating with customers. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in automation, strong electrical background, and familiarity with Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal. The position offers a competitive salary, overtime options, and a company vehicle.

Benefits

Competitive salary + overtime opportunities

Permanent role with a market‑leading international company

Company car / van

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in automation / industrial maintenance / commissioning (UK).
• Strong electrical bias; background in automation, robotics, or electronics.
• Experience with Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, fault‑find, and optimise automated systems (electrical, mechanical & controls).
• Provide software support and emergency response when needed.
• Support system ramp‑ups and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with customers and senior stakeholders.
• Analyse system data and service reports to proactively reduce downtime.

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to deliver hands‑on technical support, maintenance, and optimisation of automated warehouse systems. You’ll work with complex electrical, mechanical, and control technologies to ensure operational excellence across customer sites.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain, fault‑find, and optimise automated systems (electrical, mechanical & controls)


• Provide software support and emergency response when needed


• Support system ramp‑ups and continuous improvement


• Work closely with customers and senior stakeholders


• Analyse system data and service reports to proactively reduce downtime

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience in automation / industrial maintenance / commissioning (UK)


• Strong electrical bias; automation, robotics, or electronics background


• Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal experience


• Comfortable working independently and on the road


• Confident communicator able to represent engineering solutions on customer sites

What’s In It for You

• Competitive salary + overtime opportunities


• Permanent role with a market‑leading international company


• Company car / van

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