Latest Manufacturing Jobs

Service Manager

Lead a small team of Field Service Engineers providing technical support for complex industrial plant and automated manufacturing systems across the UK. Coordinate service activities, resolve technical issues, develop engineering solutions, and prepare quotations for repairs and improvement projects. Focus on high-complexity, long-duration engineering work within advanced manufacturing environments.

Coburg Banks Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1DD, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Maintenance Engineer

This role involves hands-on maintenance and technical support for highly automated manufacturing equipment, with a focus on fault diagnosis, PLC programming, and continuous improvement. The engineer will troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and automation systems, ensure equipment reliability, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime and enhance process performance. Key responsibilities include predictive and reactive maintenance, root cause analysis, and optimisation of production systems using CMMS and industry best practices.

Workforce Staffing Coventry, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom

Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer will design, develop, and support PLC-controlled systems, working on projects from concept to commissioning. Responsibilities include programming PLCs, maintaining HMI/SCADA systems, implementing safety architectures, and troubleshooting complex faults to ensure efficient and safe production.

CV Technical Lydney, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Automation Engineer

The role involves planning, designing, and delivering automation and controls engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a manufacturing environment. You'll program and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide technical leadership to engineering teams. The position requires hands-on project execution, stakeholder coordination, and compliance with safety and industry standards.

Omega Resource Group Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

PLC Controls Engineer

This role involves hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled automation systems on live automotive production lines. The engineer will modify Siemens S7 code, diagnose faults, and ensure compliance with FAST standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Close collaboration with technical teams is required to bring automated stations online safely and efficiently.

Ganymede Dagenham, London, RM10 8PE, United Kingdom £40 – £50 ph

Contract

Senior Software Engineer

This role involves maintaining, improving, and supporting advanced manufacturing equipment in a highly automated production environment. The engineer will program and troubleshoot PLCs, robots, HMIs, vision systems, and related automation technologies, while leading reliability and efficiency improvements. As a technical leader, they will mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement across the automation function.

Kingdom People Widley, Hampshire, PO7 5JH, United Kingdom £42,000 – £53,000 pa

On-site Permanent

PLC Controls Engineer - Automotive

PLC Controls Engineer – Automotive - Contract - DagenhamWe are currently recruiting 2 experienced PLC Controls Engineers for a major automotive manufacturing and industrial automation project in Dagenham.This is a hands-on commissioning role for experienced engineers who can hit the...

Ganymede Dagenham, London, RM10 8PE, United Kingdom £40 – £50 ph

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer

This role involves maintaining and improving a highly automated food manufacturing facility by performing planned and reactive maintenance on machinery such as conveyors, sorters, and robotics. The engineer will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults, work with PLCs via HMI, and contribute to continuous improvement projects. Emphasis is placed on ownership, documentation, and collaboration within a close-knit engineering team.

Yolk Recruitment Perth, Alba / Scotland, PH1 5TZ, United Kingdom £45,000 – £48,500 pa

On-site Permanent

Automation Engineer

An Automation Engineer is needed to lead electrical and automation projects, including PLC/HMI software development and system standardisation. The role involves commissioning support, plant upgrades, and operational troubleshooting, with a focus on high-quality control system design and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Work is based at a manufacturing site in Congleton with structured hours and remote/site flexibility.

Anderson Wright Consulting Cw121Au, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Automation Engineer

This role involves leading automation projects in a high-volume manufacturing environment, focusing on robotics, PLC systems, and process improvements. The engineer will integrate automated solutions, optimize production processes, and support new product introductions. Emphasis is placed on Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methods to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality across operations.

Know How Resourcing Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Automation Engineer

This role involves leading automation and PLC support across a manufacturing site, troubleshooting complex control systems, and delivering CAPEX and improvement projects. The engineer will develop automation standards, coach technical teams, and ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment. Close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and technical teams is required to maintain reliable and effective automation systems.

Argon Engineering Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Graduate Automation Engineer

The role involves identifying and implementing automation opportunities in a manufacturing environment, working with robotics, PLC systems, and process optimisation. You'll support the full lifecycle of automation projects, from concept to commissioning, while applying Lean and continuous improvement methodologies. The position offers hands-on experience in industrial automation and advanced manufacturing technologies within a complex production setting.

Stirling Warrington Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,400 pa

Automation Engineer

This role involves developing and modifying PLC software, designing HMI and SCADA systems, and delivering automation solutions from design through to on-site commissioning. The engineer will work across manufacturing sectors, integrating control systems with process equipment like pumps and valves, and supporting projects across the UK and Ireland. Emphasis is placed on hands-on technical delivery, testing, and customer collaboration.

Hunter Selection Newport, Gwent, NP20 1GF, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

PLC / Controls Engineers

Design and implement PLC programming for automated material handling and manufacturing systems, including commissioning, fault diagnosis, and integration of control systems. Work with electrical schematics and collaborate across engineering teams during project deployment. Role involves regular UK travel and hands-on troubleshooting across automation infrastructure.

Innovate Recruitment London, United Kingdom £45 – £55 ph

Hybrid Contract

Controls Engineer

Designs and commissions PLC, HMI, and safety software for industrial automation systems across diverse sectors including automotive and aerospace. Works from concept through to installation, configuring drives, fieldbus networks, and control hardware while producing technical documentation. Involves customer site visits and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

Proactive Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1NT, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa