Automation Engineer Warehouse Automation

About The Role

The Automation Engineer will lead the design, evaluation, and deployment of advanced automation solutions across the logistics network. This role focuses on improving system reliability, reducing operational costs, and extending machine longevity while driving innovation in sorting, material handling, and warehouse automation.

What You Will Do

Technology Scouting: Stay updated on emerging automation, robotics, and control technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and cost efficiency.

Vendor Evaluation: Compare multiple automation vendors based on performance, reliability, maintainability, and ROI to recommend the best-fit solution.

System Design & Innovation: Design and validate integrated automation systems that enhance throughput, reduce manual effort, and improve sorting accuracy. Design the warehouse in CAD tools for optimising manpower & material movement.

Breakdown RCA: Conduct root cause analysis of part and system failures to prevent recurrence and enhance equipment reliability.

Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance and operational costs without compromising performance or reliability.

Machine Longevity: Recommend design and operational improvements to extend the life of equipment and reduce replacement frequency.

Prototype & Testing: Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to pilot new technologies, validate performance, and scale successful implementations.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, product, and software teams to ensure seamless automation–software–process integration.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3–7 years of experience in automation warehouse design, robotics, or material handling systems.
• Strong understanding of AutoCAD, conveyors & Cross belt sorters.
• Analytical, cost-conscious, and design-oriented mindset with hands-on troubleshooting skills.