Latest Automation Jobs

Project Engineer (Automation / FANUC)

This role involves leading complex automation and robotics projects from concept to delivery, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring technical and commercial success. You'll develop robot-based electromechanical systems for high-value industries like Aerospace and Automotive, with responsibility for project planning, execution, and stakeholder communication. The position offers technical ownership and career development within a growing engineering firm.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Sheffield, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Sales Engineer (Robotic Systems / Automation)

This role involves acting as the technical and commercial liaison between the company and its clients, presenting and demonstrating automation and metrology-based solutions, and supporting new business development across the UK. You will work closely with engineering teams to understand customer requirements and develop tailored solutions, contributing directly to business growth in sectors like Automotive, Aerospace, and Energy.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Robotics & Automation Engineer

Design and program bespoke robotic and automation systems for manufacturing clients, leading projects from concept through to on-site commissioning and delivery. Work autonomously on technically complex, custom solutions with opportunities for international travel and professional growth. Support full project lifecycles while serving as the technical expert on specialist automation systems.

Rise Technical Recruitment Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Control Systems Engineer

This role involves leading the design and development of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems for industrial automation projects, from concept through commissioning. The engineer will take technical ownership, act as the primary technical contact for clients, and mentor junior team members. Work includes programming with Siemens TIA Portal or Rockwell platforms, creating functional specifications, and supporting integration with electrical systems in a hybrid working environment.

Automation Experts Ltd Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Electrical Design Engineer

This role involves designing and delivering bespoke automation and robotic systems for manufacturing customers. Responsibilities include electrical system design, control panel creation, machine safety, and project management from concept to commissioning.

Automation Experts Ltd Leicestershire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer will work on the full project lifecycle, from concept and development to commissioning and customer support. Responsibilities include PLC and HMI programming, integrating control systems, and ensuring safety compliance. The role involves international travel for commissioning and support.

CV Technical Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager - Automationto £50k plus benefitsEast Midlands - commutable from Nottingham, Leicester and CoventryOur client can demonstrate almost half a century's expertise in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems, and are regarded by...

Premier Technical Recruitment Leicester, LE1 5YA, United Kingdom

Maintenance Engineer / PLC Engineer

This role involves diagnosing and repairing faults on advanced CNC machines and PLC-controlled equipment, performing maintenance, and supporting preventive activities. You'll work closely with remote teams to resolve technical issues and maintain clear documentation, acting as the onsite technical expert in a customer-facing environment.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Bs346Fb, BS34 6FB, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Control Systems Engineer

This role involves developing PLC and HMI software from concept through to commissioning for custom automation and special-purpose machinery across diverse industrial sectors. The engineer will engage in full project lifecycles, including system design, electrical review, on-site commissioning, and customer collaboration, with regular UK and international travel. It offers a blend of office-based development and hands-on site work, emphasizing technical ownership and problem-solving in complex automation environments.

Samuel Frank Burnley, Lancashire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Electrical Design Engineer

This role involves designing electrical and electronic control systems for automated machinery, creating schematics and technical documentation using CAD software, and supporting PLC and HMI programming. You'll work on both standard and custom automation projects under the guidance of senior engineers, with opportunities to explore new technologies. The position emphasizes learning and long-term development within industrial automation.

Permanent Futures Limited Ecclesall, South Yorkshire, S11 9GE, United Kingdom £38,000 – £48,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Electrical Service Engineer

This role involves maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems on automated conveyor and material handling equipment across UK customer sites, with occasional international travel. The engineer will perform fault finding on control panels, drives, motors, and sensors, while supporting breakdowns and commissioning activities. Emphasis is on hands-on electrical problem solving within a specialist service team.

Samuel Frank Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom £42,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Electrical Design Engineer

Design and deliver electrical control and automation systems for industrial projects, from concept through to commissioning. Work on control panels, cabling, and system integration while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Ensure compliance with safety standards and provide technical support during installation and client handover.

Nelson Permanent Placements Kings Norton, West Midlands (county), B38 8SD, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Control System Engineer - Data Centre

This role involves leading or supporting the engineering and delivery of data centre control systems, from specification to commissioning and ongoing support. Responsibilities include programming PLC and DDC systems, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting faults in critical environments.

Clear Engineering Recruitment Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Remote Permanent Flexible

Control System Engineer - Data Centre

This role involves leading or supporting the engineering and delivery of data centre control systems, from specification to commissioning and handover. Responsibilities include programming and configuring PLC and DDC systems, commissioning new systems, providing maintenance support, and troubleshooting faults in critical environments.

Clear Engineering Recruitment Croydon, London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Remote Permanent

Senior Project Engineer

The Senior Project Engineer will manage the full lifecycle of complex engineering projects, from design to commissioning, coordinating various technical disciplines and supplier relationships. The role involves customer interaction, continuous improvement, and working on innovative industrial systems.

Octagon Group Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent