Automation Engineer (Chesterfield) Overview NeoDyne is a leading engineering company specialising in industrial automation, digital manufacturing, and electrical engineering solutions. With a strong presence across multiple sectors, including Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Energy, NeoDyne delivers leading-edge solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and performance for its customers worldwide. We develop high-availability automation and electrical systems for mission-critical industries, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centres, and energy infrastructure, ensuring continuous operation and compliance. We additionally integrate emerging technologies to enhance control, scalability, and operational insight. Our expertise also extends to power generation, natural gas transmission, and high-voltage system design, delivering robust solutions that strengthen critical infrastructure. With a team of 220 skilled engineers, our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from design and implementation to commissioning and operations. From our offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, and the US, we operate on a global scale, combining technical expertise with local delivery. We support customers across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering tailored engineering services that drive long-term success. Position Summary NeoDyne are recruiting a highly skilled Automation Engineer to support technical activities on digital manufacturing and automation projects. Applicants with Siemens, Rockwell, and AVEVA (Wonderware) experience and a background in GAMP 5 will have an added advantage. This role is offered as a full-time staff position, based out of our Chesterfield office, with an excellent Salary and Benefits package. If successful, you will enjoy NeoDyne's "People First" company culture, built on mutual respect, trust, and honesty, where each individual actively contributes as a valued team member. Key Responsibilities Participating in digital manufacturing/automation projects, including leading design, test, and integration activities. Working with a team of digital manufacturing/automation engineers delivering projects to customer sites. Liaising with customers to gather and translate project and process improvement requirements into functional design and detailed design documentation. Developing engineering design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans for cGMP process equipment and following GAMP 5 guidelines. Providing design and approval for hardware, software, and controls for automated and manufacturing execution systems (MES). Working closely with customers to identify areas for improvement through the use of automation and data analytics technology. Providing technical and automation operational support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation and Facilities departments. Co-ordinating and supporting project commissioning activities. Mentoring and training of junior engineers. Researching new technologies and trends in Industrial Automation and liaising with senior management on digital manufacturing/automation business strategy. Experience & Skills Required Experienced automation engineer with 3 years' experience. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/ Instrumentation/ Information Systems or related field. PLC Programming Experience: Allen-Bradley PLCs / Siemens TIA Portal. HMI / SCADA Experience: Siemens / Rockwell/ AVEVA / Schneider. Experience with control networks and communications systems (Profibus, Modbus, DeviceNet). Desired Experience working with validated Automation systems in the Food and Beverage or Pharma manufacturing environment. Knowledge of process instrumentation and wiring would be desirable. Characteristics We look for candidates who Work well as part of a team. Have excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills. Can complete tasks independently, capable of self-learning. Can prioritise and coordinate work. Have excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. Can multitask and work well under pressure. Are a strategic business thinker. What's on offer? Competitive starting salary with year-on-year bonuses and salary increases. Paid Overtime Pension with employer contribution Health Insurance Income Protection Life Assurance Flexible Working Don't miss this opportunity to join a company at the forefront of industrial automation projects in the UK, Ireland, mainland Europe and the US. Apply now! NeoDyne Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.