European Systems Technician – Lab Automation

Location: Europe (remote base near a major airport)
Travel: ~70–80% across Europe + occasional US trips
Salary: Up to €50,000

A global lab automation company is hiring a European Systems Technician to build, install and commission robotic laboratory systems at customer sites across Europe.

This is a hands-on, field-based role, ideal for someone with an electro-mechanical, HVAC, automation, or service technician background who wants to move into robotics and life-science automation.

You'll work on system builds, travel to customer sites for installation, and support commissioning alongside experienced engineers and technicians.

• Assembling electro-mechanical systems from drawings and schematics

• Installing and commissioning robotic and automated lab equipment

• Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues (AC / DC)

• Using software tools to calibrate and configure systems

• Working on customer sites across Europe (and occasional US travel)

• Completing build and installation documentation

• Collaborating closely with other system technicians and engineers

• 1–3+ years' experience in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, automation or service roles

• Comfortable working hands-on with tools, wiring, and assemblies

• Able to read electrical and mechanical drawings

• Happy with frequent European travel and time away from home

• Confident communicating in English in a professional environment

• Curious, reliable, and keen to learn new technologies

Nice to have (not essential):

• Automation, robotics or controls exposure

• Commissioning or field service experience

• German language skills

• You'll work on real robotic systems, not just maintenance calls

• Heavy travel = rapid skills growth and experience

• Entry-to-mid level role with strong long-term progression

• Ideal stepping-stone into advanced automation, robotics or systems engineering

• EU right to work

• Valid passport and driving licence

• Comfortable lifting equipment (up to ~25kg) and working in confined spaces