Design, program, and integrate custom robotic automation systems for manufacturing clients, from concept through commissioning. Work across multidisciplinary teams and travel to customer sites in the UK, Europe, and North America to install, optimise, and troubleshoot systems. Engage with diverse robotic platforms and industrial control technologies in technically varied, non-repetitive environments.
Design and develop PLC software for bespoke industrial automation systems across automotive, food & beverage, aerospace, and pharmaceutical sectors. Work through full project lifecycle from software design to commissioning, configure VFDs, servo drives, and fieldbus networks, and support on-site testing and customer handover. Collaborate with engineering teams and travel to client sites across the UK.
Drive global sales and adoption of ABB's welding software by identifying new opportunities, managing strategic accounts, and supporting go-to-market initiatives. Act as a technical-commercial bridge between customers, sales teams, and product development in the industrial automation and robotics sector. Play a key role in shaping the future of welding software within a high-growth, innovation-driven environment.
Drive global adoption of ABB's welding software by identifying new sales opportunities, managing customer relationships, and supporting technical sales efforts. Collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to expand market reach and ensure customer success in industrial automation and manufacturing sectors. Play a key role in shaping go-to-market strategies and supporting product launches in a high-growth robotics environment.
The role involves providing engineering support for automated systems and conveyor technology in a logistics environment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Key responsibilities include fault diagnosis, equipment maintenance, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with site and field service teams. The position operates within a newly established facility serving a major client, focusing on technical problem-solving and operational reliability.
The role involves providing engineering support for automated systems and conveyors, ensuring safe and efficient operations within a logistics environment. Key responsibilities include fault diagnosis, equipment maintenance, and collaborating with site and field teams to resolve technical issues. The position emphasizes continuous improvement and adherence to health and safety standards.
Design and maintain automated manufacturing systems using KUKA robots and CNC waterjet cutting equipment. Integrate robotics with sensors, vision systems, and production machinery while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Develop CAD/CAM programs and support continuous improvement initiatives in a high-efficiency production environment.
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.
Design and program PLC and HMI/SCADA systems for industrial automation projects from concept to commissioning. Integrate control systems with manufacturing networks and lead testing, documentation, and customer support. Work across the full project lifecycle with engineering teams and clients.
Automation EngineerBeccles, Suffolk£44,060.32+ per annum - plus excellent company benefitsFull Time | PermanentMonday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break)Hales Group are recruiting for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business in Beccles.This is an...
This role involves leading the deployment and optimization of robotic welding, assembly systems, and collaborative robots within a defence-sector manufacturing environment. The engineer will program and improve PLC-controlled automation systems, support commissioning of new automated cells, and help establish technical standards for Industry 4.0 initiatives. A key focus is driving reliability, performance, and knowledge transfer across production and maintenance teams.
This role involves developing and implementing automated welding and assembly solutions in a high-precision manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead automation projects from concept to production, including robot programming, PLC/HMI troubleshooting, process optimisation, and commissioning of robotic welding cells. Focus areas include improving quality, efficiency, and dimensional stability in complex fabrication processes for defence applications.
This role involves maintaining and improving PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation systems within a highly automated food manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead reliability initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, and support capital projects including a future SCADA upgrade. Working across rotating day shifts, they will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimise process control, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in a safety-critical setting.
Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA and industrial automation systems in a high-volume food manufacturing environment. Focus on fault-finding, system reliability, and preventive maintenance while working closely with production teams. Benefit from mentorship by an experienced SCADA specialist and hands-on involvement with live production machinery.
Designs and implements automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and PLC-controlled equipment for medical device production. Leads projects from concept through validation in a regulated environment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Works closely with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, capacity, and process reliability.
