Automation Maintenance Engineer — Cutting-Edge Equipment

Tesco UK; Horwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an Automation Technician in Horwich, England. This role involves maintaining and repairing advanced automated equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. Ideal candidates have hands-on engineering experience, electrical/mechanical training, and strong problem-solving skills. You will work closely with colleagues across departments to foster effective relationships and contribute to budget management efforts. This position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and flexibility to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive recruitment process

Support for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience working within an engineering/maintenance department on automated equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities.
• Capable of influencing and managing stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct inspections and document findings for major breakdowns.
• Support maintenance budget adherence through effective resource use.

Skills

Hands-on engineering experience

Electrical/mechanical cross-skill training

Excellent problem solving

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking an Automation Technician in Horwich, England. This role involves maintaining and repairing advanced automated equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. Ideal candidates have hands-on engineering experience, electrical/mechanical training, and strong problem-solving skills. You will work closely with colleagues across departments to foster effective relationships and contribute to budget management efforts. This position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and flexibility to support work-life balance.