Engineer

Cherwell, United Kingdom
Last month
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Shift-work
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Posted
24 Apr 2026 (Last month)

Benefits

264 hours annual leave Private Medical Insurance Wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP Income Protection and Life Assurance 22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave 6 weeks paid paternity leave Pension with employer matching up to 7% Share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE) Interest-free loans for train tickets Cycle to Work Scheme 15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery

About us

We are Ocado Technology and we empower global grocery retailers with cutting-edge cloud, robotics, AI, and IoT. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) powers highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs), enabling efficient, single-pick online grocery delivery

About the role

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Engineer to be part of Ocado history, joining us at our operational Customer Fulfilment Centre in Bicester. You will be working on state-of-the-art technology, being the principal point of contact for any critical technical issues, as well as keeping the operation running smoothly through proactive improvement works and maintenance activity. You will be working on a range of incredible machinery, from the impressive conveyor networks to lifts and cranes.

You will work a shift pattern to support our 24/7 operation, consisting of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends.

About you

  • You have 5+ years of engineering experience, with strong technical competency and a drive for career progression.
  • Ideally from an FMCG background, you're confident working in fast-paced, high-performance environments.
  • You’re computer literate, eager to learn new skills, and bring a creative, solution-focused mindset to problem-solving.
  • Health and safety is a top priority, and you're comfortable and trained to work safely at height.
  • You hold at least a Level 3 qualification or a relevant engineering degree, ready to apply it in an innovative and inspiring setting.

What we offer

We believe in supporting our people with meaningful, flexible benefits that prioritise well-being and work-life balance. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:

  • Time to recharge:
    264 hours annual leave, plus the option to buy more

  • Health & wellbeing:
    Private Medical Insurance from your first month, wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP, plus Income Protection and Life Assurance.

  • Family-first policies:
    22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (after qualifying period).

  • Financial support:
    Pension with employer matching up to 7%, share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE), and interest-free loans for train tickets.

  • Commuter perks:
    Cycle to Work Scheme.

  • Exclusive discounts:
    15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery (starting in your first month).

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

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