Automation & Reliability Engineer

Telford
2 weeks ago
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Automation & Reliability Engineer – Manufacturing / Automation / Controls

My client is an established Tier 1 automotive, and they are seeking an Automation & Reliability Engineer to join our advanced manufacturing facility in Telford. This role focuses on improving equipment reliability, automation performance, and predictive maintenance systems within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.

Telford, UK | Permanent | Double Days | 37.5 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Implement predictive maintenance and condition-based monitoring systems

Lead root cause analysis to reduce equipment downtime

Support automation, PLC control systems, and manufacturing equipment improvements

Use CMMS and maintenance data analytics to drive reliability improvements

Lead and support continuous improvement (CI) projects in Manufacturing Engineering

Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to optimise performance

Skills & Experience

Experience in automation engineering, reliability engineering, or controls engineering

Background in manufacturing, automotive, or industrial automation environments

Knowledge of PLC systems, automation equipment, and predictive maintenance technologies

Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills

Experience with CMMS / maintenance management systems

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background preferred

Current or recent roles will include controls engineer, tpm engineer, maintenance project engineer, ppm maintenance engineer, PLC programmer, automation engineer, controls engineer

The Return

Work for a global automotive manufacturer

Competitive remuneration to include salary over £52,500

Opportunity to develop expertise in advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies

Career growth within a highly automated manufacturing environment

Apply now to join our engineering team in Telford and help drive the future of automation and reliability engineering.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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