Senior Automation Engineer
Salary: up to £70,000
Location: Liverpool (site-based)
An established industrial processing group is looking to appoint a Senior Automation Engineer to support and deliver automation projects across multiple UK production sites.
This is a hands-on role covering automation, control, electrical and instrumentation (EICA), working closely with site teams to improve safety, reliability, and performance across complex process environments.
The Role
Working alongside a central automation function, you\'ll support projects from concept through to commissioning while providing technical support to live production sites.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting automation and control projects across multiple sites
* Providing EICA technical support to production and maintenance teams
* PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and LV electrical fault-finding
* Development and modification of process logic and SCADA graphics
* Loop checks, interlock testing, alarm verification, and system diagnostics
* Inspection of installations against design documentation
* Commissioning of new control systems, processes, and equipment
* Participation in HAZOP / SWIFT / LOPA studies
* SIL assessment, validation, and compliance support
* Promoting safe working practices and high engineering standards
What We\'re Looking For
* Minimum 5 years\' experience in automation / controls within a process or heavy industrial environment
* Strong background in EICA engineering
* Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley / Rockwell PLCs
* SCADA / HMI development and fault-finding experience
* Knowledge of industrial communications (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/Serial)
* Experience with drives, instrumentation testing, and diagnostics
* Working knowledge of SIL safety systems
* Degree-qualified or time-served via apprenticeship
Why Apply
* £70k salary ceiling
* Technically hands-on role with real site exposure
* Involvement in multi-site projects
* Long-term, stable industrial environment
* Strong focus on safety and continuous improvement
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