Automation Installation Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Bilsthorpe CP; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an Automation Installation Engineer responsible for installing and commissioning automated systems, including conveyors, robotic cells, and crane systems. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and proven experience in automation installation. The role offers a salary of £50,000 to £60,000 and additional benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and overtime pay.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Company Van

Overtime paid at 1.5x and 2x on Sunday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in installation of conveyors, robotics, and crane systems.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and support automated systems and integrations.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical fault-finding on installed systems.
• Ensure installations meet all safety and performance standards.

Skills

Automation installation experience

Electrical fault-finding skills

Mechanical fault-finding skills

Ability to read technical drawings

PLC experience (Siemens, Allen Bradley)

Knowledge of industrial safety standards

Robotic programming experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Certification in electrical safety (18th Edition)

Job description

The company is a global engineering service provider specialising in designing, manufacturing, developing, and delivering automated and intelligent software solutions.

Job Overview

As the Automation Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning, and supporting automated systems, including conveyors, robotic cells, and crane systems. The role involves mechanical and electrical fault-finding, system integration, and ensuring installations meet safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in automation installation (conveyors, robotics, cranes)
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Experience with PLCs (e.g. Siemens and Allen Bradley)
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and permit to work systems
• Experience with robotic programming and integration (desirable)
• Knowledge of crane systems and lifting equipment regulations
• Certification in electrical safety (e.g. 18th Edition)
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours
• Valid CSCS card or equivalent

Benefits

• Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 doe
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension
• 39 hours week (8.30am to 5pm Mon to Thurs and 8.30am to 4pm Friday)
• Company Van
• Overtime paid at 1.5x and 2x on Sunday

If this opportunity as an Automation Installation Engineer is of interest to you, don’t hesitate and get in touch asap!

Click to apply or contact Luke Tanner at Orion Recruitment