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Automation Engineer

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Laindon, Essex

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

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

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