The business combines e-commerce, manufacturing, and product innovation, with increasing investment into automation, systems, and operational scalability. The brand portfolio includes:

The Koin Club - licensed collectible coins and medallions
Tilly Pig - financial literacy products for children
Jonny's Sister - personalised gifts and homeware
Bubba Boo - eco-conscious baby, toddler and adult clothing
The Wessex Mint - precious metals savings and investment platform
Pastel Sixteen - contemporary fashion and accessories, This is a senior, hands-on engineering role focused on designing and implementing robotics and automation systems within Koin's precious metals and minting production environment.
Design and implement automation solutions for minting and precious metals production
Build systems that improve consistency, reduce manual handling, and increase throughput
Work across mechanical, electrical, and software elements of automation systems
Develop control logic and software for automation systems
Integrate PLCs, sensors, actuators, and machine vision where required
Prototype, test, and refine systems directly within the manufacturing environment
Work closely with production teams to identify automation opportunities
Improve existing workflows through practical engineering solutions
Ensure systems are reliable, maintainable, and suited to day-to-day operations
Apply AI tools where useful, particularly in areas such as visual inspection and optimisation
Use modern development tools to accelerate design and problem-solving
Continuously explore improvements in robotics and automation technologies
Source appropriate components and suppliers for automation systems
Evaluate solutions based on performance, cost, and reliability
Work with external partners where required
Take responsibility for automation within the precious metals production area
Act as the go-to person for robotics and automation within the team
Deliver practical, working systems rather than theoretical designs

Proven experience building or implementing automation or robotic systems
Background in robotics, automation, mechatronics, or a related engineering field
Hands-on experience with industrial automation, PLCs, or control systems
Ability to write and understand software used in automation (Python, C++, or similar)
Experience integrating sensors, actuators, or vision systems
Strong problem-solving ability in real-world environments
Comfortable working on-site in a manufacturing setting
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Experience in manufacturing, metals, or precision engineering environments
Experience with robotics platforms or robotic arms
Exposure to computer vision or AI tools such as OpenCV or similar
Experience with CAD or mechanical design
Familiarity with Industry 4.0 or smart manufacturing concepts

Koin Limited is a fast-growing, multi-brand D2C e-commerce group headquartered in Poole, UK. It operates across the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia and is working towards £100 million in annual revenue by 2030.

What We Offer
£80,000 - £100,000 salary depending on experience
Fully on-site role in Poole
High level of ownership and autonomy
Opportunity to build and implement systems from the ground up
Direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-making
Long-term opportunity to grow with the business as automation capability expands

1 Koin Limited jobs in England & Wales