Design Automation Engineer

Company: John Charles Search
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

We’re recruiting for an Automation Design Engineer to join an established international business specialising in warehouse automation and intralogistics solutions.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer with experience in automation, material handling or logistics systems to join a growing team and work on a range of customer-focused automation projects, from initial requirements through to detailed technical design.

The Role:

  • Developing automation solutions for intralogistics projects.
  • Analysing customer requirements, data and logistics processes.
  • Designing and calculating materials, capacities and productivity.
  • Producing detailed technical drawings for material handling systems.
  • Carrying out statistical and productivity calculations.
  • Supporting the development of automated warehouse solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Degree or background in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 2–3 years’ experience in a similar engineering/design role.
  • Strong knowledge of automation, material handling processes and technologies.
  • Advanced AutoCAD skills.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Experience using probability and statistics tools, such as Python or R.
  • Advanced knowledge of statistics.
  • Experience with rendering and animation applications.
  • Knowledge of industrial process simulation.

Why Join?

  • Opportunity to work on a variety of automation and intralogistics projects
  • Full-time, office-based position in Birmingham.
  • Working for an international business and industry leader.
  • Positive and collaborative working environment.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career within the automation and logistics sector.

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Posted: September 15th, 2026