Automation Engineer
On-site | Monday - Friday | Days (some flexibility required) Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for an Automation Engineer to join us at KP Snacks. You’ll be responsible for supporting and improving our automation systems, leading site projects and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work closely with colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Technical to deliver automation solutions that make a real difference.
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement
~ Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care
~ KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
~25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more
~ KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more
Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site, building fault-finding capability across all shifts
Tackle automation challenges with confidence, including obsolescence upgrades and CAPEX project delivery
Collaborate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver automation projects from concept to completion
Make a real impact on automation standards, training and coaching – ensuring safe systems and consistent processes
Learn and grow through cross-functional teamwork, supporting both site-driven and centrally driven engineering projects
Support 24/7 emergency cover and ensure automation systems are available and safeguarded at all times
Drive continuous improvement through Intersnack Work Systems and Initiative Management principles
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies, with a focus on safe working practices
Manage automation documentation, contracts and warranties, ensuring systems are fit for purpose and aligned with KP Snacks standards
We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. HNC or above in an engineering discipline, or time-served apprenticeship with strong practical experience
A background in automation engineering
A solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems
Other PLC systems such as GX Works, CX Programmer, Rockwell Automation
MES platforms and data collection systems
Operational technology and energy management systems
Project & CI Experience:
Providing hands-on coaching and development to wider teams in automation engineering (essential)
Demonstrated experience in project engineering and management
Familiarity with quality management systems and legislative/food safety compliance