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Systems Integration Engineer (Warehouse Automation)

Nottingham
1 month ago
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Alexander James Recruiting are currently working with a leading manufacturer and integrator of Warehouse Automation products looking to bring on a Systems Integration Engineer to work on projects across the UK. With a competitive base salary and overall package, this is a great opportunity for an engineering graduate looking to get into Automation or an industry experienced individual.
Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that the business’ designs for automated solutions are achievable and fit the customer’s requirements
  • Working closely with the sales and design teams during the sales phase of the process to ensure the validity of the projects
  • Providing technical advice on projects and supporting the development of solutions whilst assisting in balancing risk mitigation and competitiveness
  • Advising project and design teams on any design modifications that are required on projects from mechanical designs to WMS functionality
  • Supporting the project management team throughout the full life-cycle of the projects
  • Assisting with on-site testing/commissioning and client management
    Requirements
    Our client is ideally looking for and individual with a design focus background within Automation however this isn’t necessarily essential. They would also consider a recent mathematics/engineering graduate with a year’s experience of working within a similar field. It is essential for the position that you hold a degree and have experience of using IT systems. In terms of location, you must be based within commutable distance on the office in Nottingham as there will be an expectation to work from the office. You must hold a full UK driver’s license as there will be an expectation to travel to customer sites around the country.
    Benefits
  • Competitive base salary (up to £35k depending on experience)
  • 25 days holiday
  • Pension scheme
    The Company
    Our client are a manufacturer and integrator of a wide range of Warehouse Automation equipment and software solutions. They provide robotics solutions, storage/retrieval systems, picking systems and many other products that increase the efficiency of the warehouse. Having been operating for 25+ years, they are able to offer a complete solution to their customer base through from to design to implementation. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to develop their team further

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