Industrial Automation and Robotics Recruitment
Engineering and technical appointments within advanced manufacturing.
Machine builders and integrators live and die by the engineers who design, build and commission their systems. Core Search recruits the people who make automation work, from controls engineers to project managers.
Who we recruit for
Machine builders
Designers and builders of special purpose and standard machinery.
Systems integrators
Businesses integrating robots, controls, vision and software into production systems.
Robotics businesses
Robot cell builders, collaborative robotics and robotics technology companies.
Test and inspection equipment
Builders of test rigs, inspection and measurement systems.
Packaging and handling
Packaging, conveying and material handling equipment manufacturers.
Manufacturers automating in-house
Manufacturers building their own automation teams and capability.
Disciplines we recruit in automation
Engineering, Design and Manufacturing
Mechanical design engineers for machines and fixtures.
Engineering and Manufacturing Leadership
Engineering and operations leaders for growing machine builders.
What makes automation hiring different
Controls and robotics engineers are wanted by every sector, and integrators compete with the manufacturers they sell to for the same people.
Project work, deadlines and travel shape these roles. Being clear about all three from the first conversation saves time for everyone.
How we search
- We challenge the specification where it narrows the pool without adding value, such as insisting on one PLC platform when a strong engineer will cross-train.
- We map the market before we start, so you know how many people fit and what they earn.
- We headhunt directly across integrators, machine builders and end users.
- We test technical depth before you meet anyone: platforms, size of systems owned, commissioning and customer handover.
- We manage the offer, notice period and counter-offer, so a good process does not fall over at the last step.
Questions
Do you recruit field-based and travelling roles?
Yes. We are upfront with candidates about travel and overseas commissioning from the first call.
How quickly can you shortlist?
For most roles, we share a market view within days and a shortlist within two weeks. Rare skills take longer.
What areas do you cover?
Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands are our base, and we recruit nationally.
Hiring for a machine builder or integrator?
Tell us what you are trying to hire and we will tell you honestly what the market looks like.