Automation Engineer

ADR Specialists Ltd
Westhoughton, Manchester, United Kingdom
Today
£55,000 pa

Salary

£55,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
13 May 2026 (Today)

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team.

This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00.

Key Responsibilities

* Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens)

* Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings

* Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs

* Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices

* Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation

* Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies

What You'll Need

* Hands-on experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi PLCs

* Programming and fault diagnosis of VSDs (SEW, Lenze, Siemens, Danfoss)

* Experience with motor control circuits

* Qualified Engineer (Electrical) with a higher engineering qualification

* Strong communicator, team player, able to work under pressure

Desirable: Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, WinCC, Safety

ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

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