Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Days

Darwen

£50,000 - £55,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business. This is a varied and hands-on role focused on delivering controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

Responsibilities - Automation Engineer

Plan, design and deliver automation and controls engineering projects from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.

Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.

Program, modify and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems to support manufacturing operations and improvement initiatives.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Conduct site surveys, inspections and progress reviews to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and project presentations.

Support procurement activities, including specification reviews and supplier selection.

Identify, assess and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, health & safety regulations and contractor management requirements.

Provide technical support, coaching and mentorship to engineering colleagues.

Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across site automation systems.

Experience / Qualifications - Automation Engineer

Bachelor's degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Previous experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Project Engineer or Improvement Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation systems.

Experience managing engineering projects from design through to implementation.

Excellent understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies.

Proficient in engineering design tools and project management software.

Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of health & safety legislation, industry standards and contractor management processes.

Experience of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing or operational excellence programmes would be highly advantageous.

Benefits - Automation Engineer

Pension Scheme with company contributions of up to 10%

Free BUPA healthcare cover with the option to add family members

Dental and optical healthcare programme

Life assurance at 4x annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing services

Discounts platform offering savings across supermarkets, retail and hospitality

Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year

Christmas Savings Scheme

Free secure on-site parking

Canteen facilities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave

Online Health & Safety and Business Compliance training

Full PPE provided, including safety boots and spectacles

Profit share scheme and performance-related bonuses

Long service awards and incentive programmes

On-site Occupational Health Therapist

Physical and mental wellbeing initiatives, including company fitness activities

Ongoing external training and development opportunities

Company social events and contributed Christmas parties

For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on (phone number removed), or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

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Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC/SCADA Engineer, EC&I Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, or Project Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

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