Automation Engineer

PLC / Automation Engineer – Manchester (UK Travel)

Full-time | £50k - £65k+ | Company Vehicle | Pension

A leading, award-winning engineering company is looking for a PLC/Automation Engineer based in the Manchester area. You'll work across the UK delivering automation projects for high-profile clients in food & beverage, packaging, nuclear and defence sectors.

As a Siemens Partner and Tier 1 Supplier, we need someone with strong Siemens PLC programming skills, capable of designing, developing, and troubleshooting control systems from concept to commissioning. You’ll work independently and as part of a team, taking full ownership of projects.

Key Skills & Experience:

* Proven experience with PLC programming (Siemens preferred)

* Electrical schematics & control panel design

* Commissioning and troubleshooting on industrial sites

* Good understanding of mechanical systems

* Willing to travel UK-wide as needed

* HND/Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering field

Bonus Points:

* Experience with servo systems and industrial networks (Profinet, Modbus TCP, etc.)

What’s on Offer:

* Competitive salary

* Company vehicle

* Pension

* Varied, hands-on role with leading clients and full project ownership

Sound like you? Apply now and join a trusted engineering firm known for quality, innovation, and technical excellence