Subject Matter Expert; AGV

Position: Subject Matter Expert (AGV)
​Job reference 341358

Subject Matter Expert (AGV)55,649  basic salary, plus a circa 9,000 annual shift allowance (based on current shift pattern), up to 10% annual bonus, 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and a company pension scheme with highly competitive contribution rates." Fixed Term, Full time, 41 hours per weem Midlands Super Hub, Dirft Drive, Crick, NN6 7GZ
As Royal Mail Engineering continues to evolve and expand, we are looking for a AGV Subject Matter Expert to join our team at our Midlands Super hub and play a key role in shaping the future of automation.  In this hands-on role, the AGV subject matter expert provides expert guidance and support across the site and drives automation projects, process optimisation, fault finding, and innovation.

The Role Act as the go-to expert for automation systems, providing technical leadership on complex engineering challenges (e.g., mechanical, electrical, automation, process, or reliability)
Lead on small modifications to the AGV fleet to include system upgrades, and design reviews, ensuring all safety requirements and regulations are met or exceeded

Provide technical leadership and support to teams in solving complex engineering challenges

Mentor and train engineers, technicians, on best practices, systems knowledge, and safe work practices

Drive continuous improvement through process optimisation, fault finding, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions

Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, IEC), and internal quality and safety management systems

Support safety audits, risk assessments, inspections, and regulatory reviews from a technical and compliance standpoint

Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and consultants to resolve technical issues and deliver solutions with safety compliance integrated throughout

Attendance:
Panama shift working, 2 weeks of days (07:00 - 19:00) and 2 weeks of nights (19:00 - 07:00)
Week 1:
Monday, Tuesday and Friday to Sunday Week 2:
Wednesday & Thursday

About you:

You need to demonstrate the following skills and experience on your application:

HNC/HND (Level 4/5) in electrical and mechanical (essential), degree (Level
6) in a engineering discipline (desirable) An engineering technical leader with knowledge of systems, design principles and industry standards

Experience of leading and training teams of engineers

Experienced with Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) to include integration, diagnostics, performance optimisation (essential)
A good understanding of fleet management systems for AGV coordination, path control, and load management

The ability to solve complex engineering problems and deliver innovative, safe solutions.

Experienced with PLC systems including Siemens S7, SIMATIC, SIMOVE, and CODESYSFamiliarity with industry-specific software, tools, and design platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works, MATLAB, SCADA, CMMS) and knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME, IEEE, ISA, NFPA, API, ISO)
Strong focus on safety culture and risk management with experience of applying safety standards and regulations

Continuous improvement activity, experienced in root cause analysis, data interpretation, and automation system optimisation

Working knowledge of SCADA systems, certified or willing to gain PUWER Assessor and IOSH Managing Safety qualifications

Closing Date:
Thursday 15th September. This advert may close early if the appropriate number of applications has been reached.

Extra Benefits
• Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave
• Supportive and generous company sick pay
• Benefits Account – You will have access to your personal benefits account on our ‘My Bundle+’ platform.…