Automation & Integration Engineer
As part of our continued growth, Micro-Epsilon UK is seeking an ambitious Automation & Integration Engineer to join our expanding team based at our UK headquarters in Birkenhead, Wirral.
We are looking for a talented engineer with a background in Engineering or Computer Science, who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working closely with customers to turn requirements into real-world solutions.
You will play a key role in supporting customer applications, integrating Micro-Epsilon’s high-precision sensors and systems into automation and measurement environments.
Your Task:
Key Responsibilities:
- Become a technical expert across the Micro-Epsilon product portfolio.
- Evaluate new customer enquiries, liaising with internal and external sales teams.
- Conduct test and evaluation measurements at Micro-Epsilon UK facilities.
- Produce evaluation and test reports for customer review.
- Support and enhance our in-house test and demonstration facilities.
- Provide technical assistance for installed systems via MS Teams, phone, and site visits.
- Support installation, commissioning, training, and periodic recalibrations at customer sites.
- Learn to integrate Micro-Epsilon sensors with customer PLCs, PCs, and networks.
Your Profile:
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
HNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering (or related discipline).
Core Skills:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and development skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Confident working both independently and in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Comfortable engaging directly with engineers and technical stakeholders.
Desirable Knowledge (or willingness to learn):
- Integration of automation products such as sensors and vision systems.
- Experience with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, ProfiNET, EtherCAT, TCP/IP, UDP).
- Familiarity with C-family programming languages and Windows OS.
- Experience with image processing tools and Linux-based programming.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, growing organisation at the forefront of precision measurement technology. You’ll receive ongoing technical training, professional development, and a competitive benefits package, including access to Micro-Epsilon’s comprehensive employee benefits programme.
To learn more about our company, benefits, and career opportunities, visit:
https://www.micro-epsilon.co.uk/career/
Company Description
Micro-Epsilon is a worldwide leading sensor manufacturer. For more than 50 years we have continuously offered reliable, high performance, unique solutions; particularly when high precision measurement or inspection is required.
Our product range covers sensors for the measurement of distance and position, sensors for IR temperature measurement as well as color detection. Innovative products that provide the very highest levels of precision are created through intensive research and development processes, unique know-how, and a broad network of collaborative operations.
As a multi-technology company we are dedicated to solve both basic and extraordinary applications with a variety of standard and highly customized products. Customers across the world trust the state of the art measuring technology from Micro-Epsilon.
Interested?
Send your resume to:
Micro-Epsilon America, LP
Ms. Rebecca Lambert
8120 Brownleigh Drive
Raleigh, North Carolina 27617
Email: rebecca.lambert@micro-epsilon.com