Automation Engineering Technician - UK

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Automation Engineering Technician to join a growing International company in Tewkesbury. The role involves assembling and testing industrial equipment, training staff, and requires engineering qualifications. Applicants must be willing to travel nationally and internationally, demonstrating a flexible attitude. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Travel allowances

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and Educated to HNC or Degree Level.
• Must hold a Valid Identity Documents/Passport and be willing to travel.
• Self-motivated and able to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assemble product development equipment and machinery to technical drawings.
• Install and commission company’s equipment.
• Training of customer’s staff at various levels.

Skills

Machine assembly and fault diagnosis

Attention to detail with measuring equipment

Communication skills

Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings

Understanding of PLC Machine controls

Education

HNC or Degree Level Education

Completion of a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometre

Vernier callipers

Job description

Automation Engineering 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 Technician will report to the Service Manager and will be involved in the setting and testing of capital industrial equipment prior to despatch. The Automation Engineering Technician will 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

• 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

• 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, enthusiastic, 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.

Application

If you feel you meet the requirements for the role of the Automation Engineering Technician then apply directly or contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. Either Direct Line 01384 446127 or email suitable MS Word CV’s to [e-mail]