Automation Engineer - Birmingham

E80 Group; Hertford Heath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time contract

Comprehensive training & onboarding

E80 World Academy access

Global career opportunities

Job summary

E80 Group, based in the Birmingham area, is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Customer Service Operations team responsible for after-sales activities. The role involves maintaining, repairing, upgrading, and performing preventive maintenance on machines installed at client sites across the UK and Ireland.

The position requires travel across Europe with occasional trips outside Europe. A technical qualification in electromechanical or industrial automation is essential, with 4–5+ years

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in electromechanical or industrial automation.
• 4–5+ years of prior experience as Electrical, Electromechanical, or Service Technician in automation/manufacturing.
• Strong ability to read electrical/hydraulic schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Keep all E80 system components running through regular inspections and maintenance.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks.
• Perform corrective maintenance or troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Calibrate or configure individual machines or devices.
• Handle upgrades or modifications on older systems.
• Prepare reports and spare parts lists after completing work.
• Monitor the E80 system's performance and report issues.

Skills

Electromechanical

Schematics reading

Control systems

Team communication

Travel readiness

Education

Electromechanical/automation qualification

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Beckhoff PLC

FANUC

Job description

Who We Are

E80 Group is a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in the beverage, food, tissue, and other sectors.

The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser‑guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high‑density warehouses. The entire logistics flow is centrally managed by the SM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics), which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.

With 15 branches worldwide, the Group believes in the core values Ethics, Courage, Humility, and Safety. These values form the foundation of E80 Group’s corporate culture, which maintains a close connection with customers, people, and the local communities.

Who We Are Looking For

“It’s our fears that will limit our success, not our mistakes. The secret to successful hiring is to look for people who are not afraid of failing and want to change the world” – E80 Group CEO and Founder, Enrico Grassi

Sounds like you? Great! Here’s what E80 Group has to offer.

Automation Engineer

Based in the Birmingham area, willing to join the Customer Service Operations team at E80 Group, which is responsible for all after‑sales activities.

The role primarily involves maintaining, repairing, modifying, upgrading, and performing preventive maintenance on various machines installed at our clients’ sites.

This position primarily requires travel to customer sites across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, with availability to travel within Europe and occasionally outside Europe.

Responsibilities

• Keep all E80 system components running smoothly through regular inspections and maintenance, whether scheduled or due to breakdowns.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks.
• Perform corrective maintenance or troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues on machines.
• Calibrate or configure individual machines or devices.
• Handle partial or complete upgrades or modifications on outdated systems.
• Prepare reports and spare parts lists after completing work.
• Monitor the E80 system's performance, reporting any problems or issues to the appropriate managers.

Requirements

• Technical Qualification in electromechanical field or industrial automation.
• 4–5+ years of prior experience as an Electrical, Electromechanical, or Service Technician in automation or manufacturing environments.
• Strong skills in reading and interpreting electrical and hydraulic schematics, as well as mechanical drawings.
• Previous experience, even if limited, with Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff, and/or FANUC control systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Flexibility, strong problem‑solving abilities, and the ability to work under pressure.

Other Requirements

• Advanced or native‑level spoken and written English; basic spoken and written Italian will be considered a plus.
• Ability to perform electromechanical work, including at heights and in confined spaces (after completing specific training).
• Permanent rights to work in UK, with no restriction.
• Valid driver’s license.

What’s In It For You

• Permanent full‑time contract.
• Salary aligned with experience, starting from £35,000 per year, depending on qualifications and professional background.
• Comprehensive training and onboarding during the first three months, supporting your development towards full autonomy in the role.

Not just a job, but Career Growth:

Our steady year‑over‑year growth has fostered a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to realize your full potential, whichever career path you choose.

E80 World Academy:

Prepare to be wowed by our innovative training and learning paths. We deliver cutting‑edge insights so you can hone your expertise to be successful in your job.

#BE80:

You will become part of a dynamic and collaborative team where giving back is close to our hearts—an integral part of our success and core to the #BE80 Culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration. E80 Group does not tolerate any kind of discrimination or offensive behavior against one's personality (for example, moral, sexual or other kind of harassment, intimidation, persecution and other), or social exclusion or unfair treatment due to nationality, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, genetic features, family status, religions or political views or physical disabilities, veteran status, citizenship status, marital status, or pregnancy.