Automation and Controls Engineer

Automation and Controls Engineer focuses on inspect, maintain, repair, install, design, or improve technical systems according to the role.

What the role involves

• Inspect, maintain, repair, install, design, or improve technical systems according to the role.
• Diagnose issues, complete checks, and keep records or handovers accurate.

Skills and requirements

• 3+ years of experience programming PLC systems (IEC 61131-3) in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, panel design, wiring practices, and electrical safety.
• Design, and document complete control system solutions , often from high-level manufacturing or NPI requirements.
• Experience working in fast-paced production environments , including supporting live systems during upgrades or downtime.

Confirmed role details

• Type: Full-time.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• On-site food and refreshments.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including healthcare support and cycle-to-work schemes.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving

Additional role context

• Deliver controls and automation projects end-to-end , from requirements capture through to commissioning and production handover.
• Test, and document PLC-based control systems for new equipment, production lines, and NPI activities.
• Support new product introduction by developing and adapting automation solutions to meet evolving product.