Job Description
The basics:
Job Title: Automation Engineer
Environment: Manufacturing
Location: Alfreton
Hours: Mon-Fri (Days) – flexible 40hr week
Pay: Up to £70,000 DOE
Benefits: 35 days holiday including 8 bank holidays, work place pension scheme, Life insurance.
Overview:
Working for a company with manufacturing facilities located across the globe, you will be working in an automated manufacturing environment for a well-known brand within their respective field. The Automation Engineer will be tasked to ensure that the manufacturing facility runs smoothly and working within the engineering/maintenance team to provide high level knowledge and experience of automated systems and control processes used in operations.
Key responsibilities of the Automation Engineer role:
* Design & Program: Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs for automation systems.
* Troubleshoot & Optimize: Analyse control systems to identify issues and implement improvements.
* Collaborate: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems.
The ideal candidate / Automation Engineer may have some of the following experiences, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:
* HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field (preferred)
* Strong experience in PLC programming & HMI development
* Previous experience working as a Controls / Automation Engineer
Commutable from:
Alfreton, Derby, Nottingham, Clay Cross, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Worksop and surrounding areas.
If you are interested in the Automation Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.