Job Title: Automation Maintenance Engineer
Location: Reading
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of our automated equipment and control systems. This hands-on role is perfect for engineers with a strong automation or electrical background who enjoy diagnosing faults, improving system performance, and working with PLC controlled machinery. Candidates from any industry with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities of Automation Maintenance Engineer:
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated production and control systems
Diagnose and resolve issues with PLC controlled equipment, sensors, drives, and control panels
Support planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns
Make PLC, HMI, and parameter adjustments as required
Identify and implement improvements to system reliability and performance
Collaborate with operations, engineering teams, and external contractors
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with site procedures
Complete maintenance records and technical reports
Skills & Experience:
Previous experience in maintenance, automation, or electrical engineering roles
Strong fault-finding skills on automated machinery and control systems
Knowledge of PLC based systems, including fault diagnosis and basic modifications
Relevant electrical or automation qualification (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience)
Willingness to work shifts and respond to call-outs if required
Experience with PLC/SCADA/HMI platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, or similar
Understanding of industrial networks, drives, servos, or instrumentation
Benefits:
Competitive salary with performance bonuses
Overtime pay and on-call allowances
Pension scheme
Access to training programs for technical certifications
Opportunities for career progression
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