Automation Engineer
5 days ago
Laindon
Automation Engineer Location: Essex Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a growing engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery. Working within the Electrical & Automation team, you'll be involved in the full project lifecycle, from control system design and PLC programming through to commissioning and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on technically challenging automation projects for customers across a range of industries. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop PLC-based control systems for bespoke automated machinery., • Program PLCs, HMIs and configurable safety systems., • Configure remote I/O, servo drives and inverter drives., • Integrate vision systems and other ancillary equipment into automated production lines., • Produce and develop control system solutions from engineering specifications., • Work closely with electrical designers, panel builders and project teams throughout project delivery., • Carry out fault finding on PLCs, control panels and electrical systems., • Commission automated machinery both in-house and at customer sites., • Provide technical support, servicing and troubleshooting for installed systems., • Ensure projects are delivered to the highest quality and safety standards., • Travel within the UK and internationally to support installations and commissioning when required. About You • Formal Electrical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree)., • Strong experience with PLC programming and industrial automation., • Experience commissioning special purpose machinery or automated production equipment., • Good understanding of electrical schematics and control panel design., • Experience with HMIs, safety systems, servo drives and inverter drives., • Knowledge of industrial networks and automation hardware., • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team., • Flexible to travel for customer site work, including occasional international travel. Desirable Skills • Experience with SCADA systems., • Knowledge of industrial vision systems., • Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or highly regulated industries., • Understanding of ATEX or explosive atmosphere regulations. What's on Offer • £50,000 - £65,000 basic salary., • Permanent position with a growing engineering business., • Opportunity to work on innovative automation and special purpose machinery projects., • UK and international travel opportunities., • Ongoing technical training and career development., • Comprehensive benefits package