Support Engineer - Liverpool

Labman Automation Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in Liverpool is seeking a Support Engineer to install and maintain laboratory automation systems. The ideal candidate should possess strong electromechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills. This role involves providing technical support globally, with an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology. Competitive pay and exciting travel opportunities available.

Benefits

33 days annual holiday

International travel opportunities

Private healthcare scheme

Free access to counsellor

Qualifications

• Proven experience in problem solving and fault-finding.
• Ability to work with hand tools accurately and quickly.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to travel within the UK and globally.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair laboratory automation systems.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support and training.
• Conduct performance testing to meet Labman’s quality standards.

Skills

Problem solving & fault-finding skills

Strong electromechanical knowledge

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Support Engineer

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Liverpool (with worldwide travel)

Pay: From £44,000 (per year increasing depending on experience)

(Full UK Driving Licence required)

Labman Automation is a multi‑award‑winning company with its HQ in North Yorkshire. Labman design and manufacture bespoke laboratory automation systems and products for a wide range of industries across the world.

Due to increasing demand for both our custom automation and robotic laboratory products, we are seeking proactive and technically skilled Service and Support Engineers to ensure the reliability, efficiency and performance of our laboratory automation systems. You will play a critical role in maintaining and optimising Labman systems within our Support team, in this case, based in Liverpool.

Why should you Join Us?

• Impact: You will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of high‑impact projects in the robotics and automation world.
• Training and Development: We invest in you – always keeping ahead of the latest technology.
• Exciting Challenges: You will solve complex technical issues in the field globally while working with cutting‑edge technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Install, maintain, and repair laboratory automation systems.
• Provide remote and on‑site technical support and training to customers, operators and internal teams.
• Conduct performance testing and ensure all systems meet Labman’s quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with customers by providing excellent service and timely solutions.
• Accurately document all service activities, maintenance schedules and customer interactions.
• Regularly visit Labman HQ (Stokesley, North Yorkshire) for involvement in new project builds and acceptance testing.
• Relevant transferable skills may have been gained from the following industries or roles: Building Management Systems, Control Engineer, HVAC Engineer, On‑site Maintenance Engineer, Vehicle Engineer, Agricultural/HGV mechanic etc.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in problem solving & fault‑finding skills including decision making, clear communication, research & analysis skills.
• Strong electromechanical knowledge.
• Ability to work with hand tools in a quick, accurate manner.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to get stuck in.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and worldwide (your main place of work will be in Liverpool).
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and prioritise work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer you:

• The opportunity to work with industry‑leading scientific customers and cutting‑edge technology.
• Work from a brand‑new office space in Liverpool City Centre.
• 33 days annual holiday (raising to 38 over 5 years) inc. public holidays.
• International travel opportunities.
• Generous expenses allowance and overnight bonus when working away.
• Company uniform and tools
• Profit share scheme
• EV car purchase salary sacrifice scheme
• Private healthcare scheme
• Free access to counsellor and psychotherapist.
• CPD support and annual subscription to appropriate body covered.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Our Culture

At Labman, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in building world‑class technology and a world‑class workplace. Our culture is one of creativity, collaboration, and mutual support, underpinned by our core values:

• In it together – A community of mutual support
• Excellence – Delivering the very highest quality
• Humility – Respecting ourselves and others
• Sustainability – Recognising our impact on the planet, community, and company
• Fun – Bringing enjoyment and passion to our work