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Automation Engineer

Job Posted: 10 hours ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Keighley, Bradford

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Are you a tech-savvy engineer with a passion for automation and innovation? On behalf of our client, a dynamic player in the food manufacturing industry, we're seeking a talented Automation / Project Engineer to supercharge their production processes! If you thrive on optimizing systems, tackling challenges head-on, and driving efficiency in a fast-paced environment, this role could be your next big step.

Why This Role Rocks:

Join a team where your expertise will keep things flowing smoothly – literally! You'll be the go-to guru for maintaining and enhancing automation systems in key production areas, ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine. Plus, you'll lead exciting projects that boost performance, slash downtime, and support sustainable growth. It's hands-on, impactful work that combines daily problem-solving with long-term innovation.

What You'll Be Doing:

  * Master the daily performance, maintenance, and optimization of automation systems in core production zones.

  * Dive deep into Siemens systems – PLCs and HMIs – to interrogate, tweak, program, and troubleshoot like a pro.

  * Plan and deliver small-scale engineering projects from concept to completion, including scoping, design, implementation, and top-notch documentation.

  * Spot opportunities for improvement and spearhead initiatives that amp up reliability, speed, and safety across operations.

  * Keep everything documented accurately, from specs and drawings to risk assessments.

  * Champion compliance with safety, hygiene, and quality standards to maintain a top-tier, audit-ready setup.

Who We're Looking For:

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

  * Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical, Control, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience).

  * Solid track record in Siemens PLC programming and fault-finding.

  * Background in manufacturing, process-driven, or industrial settings.

  * Sharp analytical skills, eagle-eyed attention to detail, and the ability to problem-solve independently or in a tight-knit team.

Desirable Extras:

  * Experience in food manufacturing.

  * Familiarity with packaging automation, SCADA systems, or CAD drawing (electrical/mechanical).

Key Skills & Competencies:

  * Proficient in HMI development and industrial networking.

  * Strong grasp of automation, instrumentation, and process control.

  * Proactive mindset for continuous improvement and fresh ideas.

  * Excellent communicator who can break down tech talk for everyone.

  * Super organized with killer project planning and documentation skills.

  * Unwavering commitment to health and safety as the bedrock of success

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