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Are you ready to shape the future of automation while driving efficiency, compliance, and innovation? We’re seeking an Automation Engineer to join our clients team in a newly created role where your expertise will make a real impact on production and site operations.
This is a fully site-based position on a 3-year fixed term contract.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Drive Innovation – Support automation growth through small capital and expense projects, aligned with global standards.
* Own the Systems – Maintain and troubleshoot building automation systems, ensuring compliance and lifecycle management.
* Collaborate Globally – Partner with international automation teams to implement solutions and provide strategic insights.
* Lead Projects – Act as automation lead on improvement initiatives and key projects.
* Protect Production – Minimise downtime by supporting day-to-day automation needs, CAPAs, and critical documentation.
* Explore & Educate – Research new technologies, master them, and train colleagues post-implementation.
What You’ll Bring:
* A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Control Systems + 2 years’ professional experience.
* Strong understanding of low voltage controls, devices & interface tech, PLC programming, and HMI/SCADA systems.
* Skills in mechanical design (SolidWorks preferred), building automation, and project management.
* Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.
* Basic knowledge of OT cybersecurity.
* Familiarity with biopharmaceutical regulations and GMP (a plus).
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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