Jobs in Northampton

Lead Electrical Lift Engineer - Control Panel Design

This role involves leading a small engineering team while remaining hands-on with the design and development of custom electrical control panels for lifting and access systems. The engineer will ensure compliance with UK safety standards, support production and commissioning, and drive process improvements. It's a technical leadership position within a manufacturing environment focused on engineered-to-order solutions.

ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd Welton, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Automation Engineer

This hands-on role involves supporting and improving automated manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting production issues, and driving continuous improvement projects. You will work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to enhance safety, reliability, and manufacturing performance.

Optimum Talent Acquisition Hardingstone, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Gate Automation Engineer

The role involves installing, upgrading, and maintaining electric gate automation systems for residential and commercial clients. You'll perform fault finding, safety compliance, and planned maintenance, often working on-site independently or in pairs. The job requires strong technical skills in gate automation and a customer-focused approach during installations and repairs.

Wallace Hind Selection Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Gate Automation Engineer

This role involves installing, upgrading, and maintaining electric gate automation systems for residential and commercial clients. The engineer will perform fault finding, safety compliance, and planned maintenance, often working independently or in a two-person team. The position requires strong technical and customer-facing skills, with projects varying daily across the Midlands region.

Wallace Hind Selection Ng23Aq, NG2 3AQ, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Controls & Integration Engineer

This role involves full lifecycle ownership of warehouse automation systems, including designing control software, integrating PLCs with WCS and WMS platforms, and commissioning solutions on live customer sites. The engineer will lead troubleshooting, system validation, and performance optimisation across complex intralogistics environments, ensuring reliable end-to-end operation of automated material handling systems.

Austin Matley HR & Recruitment Ltd Northampton, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Control Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the design and development of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems for industrial automation projects, from concept through commissioning. The engineer will take technical ownership, act as the primary technical contact for clients, and mentor junior team members. Work includes programming with Siemens TIA Portal or Rockwell platforms, creating functional specifications, and supporting integration with electrical systems in a hybrid working environment.

Automation Experts Ltd Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Project Manager

This Project Manager role involves leading the delivery of bespoke automation and robotic integration projects from contract handover to final sign-off. Responsibilities include managing project plans, coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams, and ensuring projects meet technical standards and customer expectations. The role is hands-on and requires a strong technical understanding of industrial automation.

Automation Experts Ltd Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £70,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and develop mechanical components and systems for industrial machinery and automation, creating 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings. Work closely with manufacturing and project teams through the full product development lifecycle in a supportive, office-based environment. Contribute to technically varied projects with opportunities for professional growth and long-term stability.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd Corby, NN17 9SA, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Field Service Engineer (Barriers)

This role involves the installation and servicing of automatic barriers, primarily turnstiles and vehicle barriers, with a mix of regional and occasional international projects. The company offers a competitive package, including a company van, medical insurance, and plenty of overtime opportunities.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Northampton, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Gate Automation Engineer

This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electric gate automation systems for residential and commercial clients across the Midlands. You'll work on diverse projects including new installations, safety compliance, and retrofitting existing systems, often independently or in small teams. The role requires strong technical fault-finding skills and direct customer interaction, with a focus on safety and precision.

Wallace Hind Selection Cv15Rr, CV1 5RR, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Gate Automation Engineer

The role involves installing, upgrading, and maintaining gate automation systems for residential and commercial clients. You'll perform safety compliance work, fault finding, and repairs, often working independently or in a two-person team. The job requires strong technical and customer-facing skills in a varied field environment.

Wallace Hind Selection B56Dd, B5 6DD, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Gate Automation Engineer

Install and maintain electric gate automation systems for residential and commercial clients across the Midlands. Perform new installations, upgrades, safety compliance, and repair work on systems from brands like CAME and Beninca. Work independently or in pairs, ensuring high-quality, safe, and reliable automated gate solutions.

Wallace Hind Selection Le20Qb, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent