Warehouse Automation Engineer (Pallet Shuttles)

Alexander James Recruiting
Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom
Today
£40,000 – £55,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £55,000 pa

Posted
9 Oct 2026 (Today)

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading manufacturer of pallet shuttle systems seeking a field service/commissioning engineer to work with clients across the UK. With a great benefits package and earning potential through overtime, this could be a good opportunity for either an experienced engineer with a background working in Automation or Material Handling systems with electrical qualifications.

Responsibilities

Servicing a client base across the UK fixing 2-way and 4-way pallet shuttle systems

Carrying out both routine preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance

Installing & commissioning pallet shuttle systems for both new and existing clients nationally

Conducting both mechanical and electrical maintenance

Providing remote technical support for clients as and when required

Ensuring excellent customer service and representing the company in the right way when visiting customer sitesRequirements

The company have a preference for an individual with a background in maintenance and commissioning of pallet shuttle systems however this is not essential. The company would also consider applicants that have worked on other automated/material handling equipment provided they have both mechanical and electrical skills and hold relevant qualifications. It would also be highly preferable that you hold an ECS Card and if not, an 18th edition or a level 3 in electrical installations/engineering. In terms of location, you will ideal be based in the East or South Midlands. It is also a requirement for the role that you hold a full, clean driver’s license. There will be an expectation to travel nationally and stay overnight as and when required.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £55,000 depending on experience)

Company vehicle

Call out allowance

Overtime rate paid when servicing

20 days holiday + statutory The Company

An international group, our client is an innovative manufacturer within the warehousing and intralogistics sphere. In addition to providing pallet shuttle systems they also work heavily in supplying automated parking. Their products are premium and well integrated with various software. Due to success across North America and elsewhere, they’re now looking to expand their operations into Europe

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