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Job Title


Automation Engineer


Company : John Charles Search


Location : West Midlands, England


Created : 2026-01-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We’re looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to deliver hands-on technical support, maintenance, and optimisation of automated warehouse systems. You’ll work with complex electrical, mechanical, and control technologies to ensure operational excellence across customer sites.What You’ll Do:Maintain, fault-find, and optimise automated systems (electrical, mechanical & controls)Provide software support and emergency response when neededSupport system ramp-ups and continuous improvementWork closely with customers and senior stakeholdersAnalyse system data and service reports to proactively reduce downtimeWhat We’re Looking For:5+ years’ experience in automation / industrial maintenance / commissioning (UK)Strong electrical bias; automation, robotics, or electronics backgroundSiemens Step7 / TIA Portal experienceComfortable working independently and on the roadConfident communicator able to represent engineering solutions on customer sitesWhat’s In It for You:Competitive salary + overtime opportunitiesPermanent role with a market-leading international companyCompany car/van Ongoing training & career progressionCollaborative, high-tech environmentExposure to large-scale, cutting-edge automated warehouse projects