Controls/Automation Engineer

Frome
4 weeks ago
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Controls/Automation Engineer (510/25856)

Location: Somerset (BA11)
Commutable from: Frome, Westbury, Warminster, Shepton Mallet, Bruton, and Bath

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, day-based role

Benefits:

Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
Bonus scheme
Cycle-to-work scheme
Ongoing training and development
25 days' annual leave
Free eye tests

Our prestigious client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Controls/Automation Engineer to drive innovation and progress in their industrial automation systems. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality products and operational excellence, they require a skilled professional to join their team.

Role and Responsibilities:

Research and identify new technologies to upgrade outdated automation equipment
Propose and implement upgrades for obsolete software and hardware, assessing impact and risks
Collaborate with project teams to create automation specifications for industrial projects
Conduct functional analyses and liaise with vendors to ensure project success
Provide automation expertise to address critical equipment failures and document effective procedures
Maintain automation systems, ensuring equipment is well-documented and staff are trained for servicing
Implement retrofitting solutions and provide training for staff on new systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Expertise in automation technologies
Strong electrical knowledge and understanding of automation systems
Proficiency in Schneider, Rockwell, or SEW equipment
Experience in managing automation projects
Skilled in programming SCADA systems, ideally Wonderware
Leadership or supervisory experience is desirable
Knowledge of the Food and Beverage industry or similar manufacturing environments
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Awareness of Health and Safety regulations and standards
Possession of a recognised apprenticeship up to ONC/HNC level is essential

Controls / Automation Engineer (510 / 25856)

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Suitable candidates should apply immediately by contacting our Managing Consultant, Ashley Reynolds.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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