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Why Specialist Recruitment Matters in Automation

The automation industry is rapidly advancing, driven by innovations that streamline operations, boost productivity, and reduce human intervention. As experts in automation recruitment, we understand the complexities of sourcing specialised talent across robotics, control systems, and industrial automation. Our team partners closely with businesses to deliver recruitment strategies that align with evolving technology and market demands. Discover the key automation sectors we support below. 


Specialist Automation recruitment specifics

More information on the specific industries and some of the job roles we hire for. 

Building automation is a growing sector within the automation industry focused on controlling and optimising systems like HVAC, lighting, security, and energy management in commercial and residential buildings. By using smart technology and IoT, building automation enhances energy efficiency, comfort, and safety, making it a key part of sustainable and connected infrastructure.

Typical Job Roles In This Industry:

  • Building Automation Engineer

  • Controls Technician

  • HVAC Controls Specialist

  • BMS (Building Management Systems) Project Manager

  • Energy Management Analyst

Industrial automation is a major branch of the automation industry focused on using robotics, control systems, and smart technologies to automate machinery and production processes in sectors like manufacturing, automotive, and electronics. It boosts productivity, improves safety, and reduces operational costs, making it vital for companies aiming to stay competitive in an increasingly automated world.

Typical Job Roles In This Industry:

  • VP of Sales – Industrial Automation

  • Global Product Manager – Automation Solutions

  • Sales Director – Automation & Control Systems

  • Senior Automation Engineer

  • Head of Robotics & Automation

  • Business Development Director – Industrial Automation

  • Technical Sales Manager – Industrial Solutions

  • Director of Engineering – Industrial Automation

Process automation is a core area of the automation industry that uses technology to streamline repetitive tasks in sectors like manufacturing, energy, and logistics. By reducing manual work and improving efficiency, process automation helps businesses boost productivity and lower costs, making it essential in today’s drive for digital transformation.


Typical Job Roles In This Industry:

  • Automation Engineer

  • Process Control Engineer

  • PLC Programmer (Programmable Logic Controller)

  • SCADA Systems Engineer

  • Industrial Automation Technician

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