Automation engineer Work, Jobs in Prestwich, Gtm (with Salaries)

Associate Robotic Automation Engineer - UK
HighRes —Trafford
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
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Runtimes Automation Engineer
Arm —Manchester
- £55,300 - £74,800 a year
- Hybrid work
- AWS
- C++
- Scripting
QA Engineer
Clio —Manchester
- £50,200 - £67,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Life insurance
Data Engineer
First Choice Homes Oldham —Oldham
- £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Access
- Azure
- SQL
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Automation Test Engineer
Amber Labs —Manchester
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- AWS
- APIs
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MSP Helpdesk & Projects Engineer (2nd/3rd Line)
Use IT Computers Ltd —Blackburn
- £33,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Analysis skills
- Scripting
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8d
Junior Data Engineer
Arcadis —Manchester
- SQL
- Analysis skills
21h
Electrical / EICA Engineer – UK Water/Wastewater – All Levels
Egis —Manchester
- Management
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
9d
Mainframe Systems Programmer (IMS)
Barclays —Knutsford
- Continuous improvement
- Scripting
Packing and Automation Engineer
Blue Projects —Manchester
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- English
- Employee assistance programme
AI & Automation Engineer
Jensten Group —Oldham
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Actemium Automation Warrington - Software Controls Engineer
VINCI Energies —Warrington
- Full-time
- Programmable logic controllers
- Travel
Test Automation Engineer (Technical/R&D Department)
Protec Fire Detection —Nelson
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Azure
Technology Infrastructure Engineer
JDSPORTS —Bury
- Full-time
- Microsoft Access
- Azure
- AWS
- Employee discount
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13d
Engineering Manager Automation and Electronic Repairs
Neutronic Technologies —Warrington
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Team management
- Hand tools
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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13d
Senior TechOps Generalist
Octopus Energy Group —Manchester
- £65,000 - £90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Scripting
- APIs
- IT
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AWS Cloud Native DevOps Engineer (eDV)
Frontier Resourcing —Manchester
- £50,000 - £95,000 a year
- Full-time
- AWS
- Scripting
- Python
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Quality Engineer
Finova —Salford
- Hybrid work
- APIs
- AI
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
SCADA Engineer
EMR Integrated Solutions —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Programmable logic controllers
- IT
- Sick pay
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Software Engineer
TfGM —Manchester
- £61,532 - £67,195 a year
- Hybrid work
- AWS
- JavaScript
- Software development
- Annual leave
13h

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Associate Robotic Automation Engineer - UK

HighRes -
Trafford

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Hospitality
TCP
Driving Licence
Computer Science
Software troubleshooting
Customer service
Software deployment
C#
Technical support
OOP
Bachelor's degree
Software development
TCP/IP
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge
Time management

Full job description

Associate Robotic Automation Engineer

Manchester, UK | Lab Automation Engineering | Full-Time | Up to 40% Travel

POSITION OVERVIEW

HighRes is seeking an Associate Robotic Automation Engineer in Manchester, UK to join our Lab Automation engineering team. This role combines technical expertise with exceptional customer service to deliver seamless laboratory automation solutions. Reporting to the Automation Engineering Manager, European Operations, you will configure, deploy, and support robotic systems while serving as a trusted advisor to our life sciences clients across Europe and beyond.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically curious professional who thrives at the intersection of robotics, software, and customer success. You will work cross-functionally with internal teams and directly with clients to ensure our automation platforms exceed expectations from initial deployment through ongoing support. The ideal candidate is someone who can grow with the company and take on additional responsibilities over time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Delivery:

Configure and deploy laboratory automation solutions, including robotic arms, scheduling software, and integrated devices
Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Troubleshoot field issues in collaboration with engineering, software, and support teams
Configure relational databases for laboratory scheduling applications
Maintain deployment documentation and drive process improvements
Diagnose and resolve technical challenges in deployed systems

Customer Success:

Serve as the professional face of HighRes during on-site client engagements
Deliver comprehensive training on robotic systems ranging from single arms to room-scale platforms
Build trusted client relationships by understanding workflows and anticipating needs
Translate technical concepts into clear language for diverse audiences
Maintain responsive, professional communication throughout the customer journey

You will learn extensively through collaboration with teammates and hands-on field experience. Your success will be greatly enhanced by the following qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or related field)
Genuine passion for automation and robotics technology
Interest and ability in software development
Basic proficiency in C# or other object-oriented programming languages
Professional demeanor and ability to represent the company with clients
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences
Ability to travel up to and sometimes exceeding 40% annually at client locations across Europe and internationally, including the United States
Current driver's licence and valid passport
Personal transportation for regional travel
Right to work in the United Kingdom
Comfortable working in laboratory and technical environments
Capable of standing for extended periods

Preferred:

Experience in customer-facing technical roles (deployment engineering, technical support, field service)
Background in customer service, hospitality, or client success
Understanding of robotic arm technologies and laboratory automation software
Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP) and serial communications
Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience documenting software issues and technical logs
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Adaptability to fluctuating workloads and evolving customer expectations
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail

WHAT SETS YOU APART

The ideal candidate brings technical curiosity combined with a genuine desire to help customers succeed. You approach every client interaction with a hospitality mindset, treating each engagement as an opportunity to exceed expectations and build lasting relationships. Your learning agility allows you to quickly master new technologies and processes, while your communication excellence builds confidence and trust with clients at all levels. You balance independence and collaboration effectively, working autonomously on your projects while staying connected to the business as we continue to grow and innovate. Above all, your professionalism and customer-first attitude make clients excited to work with HighRes and confident in the solutions we deliver.

WHY HIGHRES?

This is more than an entry-level engineering role. It is an opportunity to make a real impact on human health through life science robotics. You will work with cutting-edge automation technology, build lasting relationships with industry-leading clients across Europe and beyond, and develop expertise that positions you for long-term career growth in the rapidly expanding field of laboratory automation. Based at our European headquarters in Manchester, you will be part of a global team that is serious about quality, growth, and doing work that matters.

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automation engineer jobs in prestwich, gtm

Associate Robotic Automation Engineer - UK

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QA Engineer

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MSP Helpdesk & Projects Engineer (2nd/3rd Line)

Junior Data Engineer

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Quality Engineer

SCADA Engineer

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