Automation and Robotics
Automation plays an increasingly important role in manufacturing, from individual machines and production lines to integrated systems that move, process and handle products. Maintaining these systems requires engineers who can diagnose faults across electrical, mechanical and control equipment.
RJN Engineering Selection recruits professionals involved in maintaining, developing and supporting automated manufacturing systems.
Typical job roles
Depending on the business and level of responsibility, roles may include:
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer
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Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
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Automation Engineer
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Controls Engineer
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PLC Engineer
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Robotics Engineer
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Instrument Technician
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Field Service Engineer
Industries and working environments
Automation and robotics skills are used across a wide range of industries. These include:
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Automotive manufacturing and component assembly
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Food production and packaging
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Plastics processing and injection moulding
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FMCG and high-volume manufacturing
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Metals processing and fabrication
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Warehousing, intralogistics and material handling
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Machinery manufacturers and automation system integrators
The equipment involved may include industrial robots, automated assembly systems, conveyors, packaging machinery, PLCs, sensors, servo drives and control panels.
How we help employers
Finding engineers with the right combination of automation knowledge and practical experience can be challenging. Requirements vary between businesses, depending on the equipment installed, the level of automation and the responsibilities of the role.
We work with employers to understand their systems, technical requirements and team structure, helping identify engineers whose skills and experience match the needs of the operation.
How we help engineers
Automation roles can offer opportunities to work with different technologies, develop specialist skills and progress into more advanced technical or engineering positions.
We take the time to understand your experience, preferred working environment and career plans, helping you identify roles that fit your skills and ambitions.