Control & Automation Engineer

Control & Automation Engineer

Competitive salary & package includng: bonus scheme, life insurance, private medical, EV charging and generous pension

Are you an Automation, Control Systems or EC&I Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement?

We are recruiting for successful, global manufacturer at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Liverpool.

With significant recent investment in automation, you will be supporting a growing range of advanced manufacturing technologies including automated filling systems, high-speed rotary equipment, robotics and automated material handling solutions.

The Role

Working closely with Engineering, Production and Maintenance teams, you will lead automation upgrades, system integration projects, troubleshooting activities and continuous improvement initiatives across a highly automated production environment.

You will:

Support and develop PLC, HMI, SCADA and control systems across the manufacturing operation

Drive continuous improvement and optimisation of automated production equipment

Lead automation upgrades and integration of new technologies

Provide technical support and root cause analysis for complex plant issues

Improve reliability, performance and efficiency of existing systems

Collaborate with equipment suppliers, integrators and engineering partners

Mentor and coach EC&I Technicians, supporting technical development across the teamRequirements:

We are keen to speak with engineers who combine strong automation expertise with a practical manufacturing mindset.

Experience gained within:

Chemical manufacturing

Process industries

Pharmaceutical production

Food & beverage

FMCG

Advanced manufacturing

Packaging or automated production environmentsExperience/Skills:

Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing

Experience working with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment

Knowledge of instrumentation, process control and industrial electrical systems

Experience supporting automated production lines and robotic systems

A structured approach to fault finding and root cause analysisWhy Join?

This is a rare opportunity to join a business who continue to invest heavily in technology, automation and engineering excellence.

You will be joining a company that is:

Financially stable and globally recognised

Investing heavily in manufacturing technology and automation

Committed to continuous improvement and innovation

Large enough to provide genuine career progression opportunities

Small enough for your contribution to be visible and recognised

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days holiday plus the option to buy and sell additional days

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Enhanced pension with significant employer contributions

Green car scheme

Free EV charging onsite

Cycle to Work scheme

Additional health and wellbeing benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Interested?

If you're an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, EC&I Engineer or Industrial Automation Specialist looking to play a key role in the continued evolution of a highly automated manufacturing facility. Apply Now!

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes