Automation Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineerLocation: South West Salary: Up to £60,000 Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm | Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer to join a well-established, highly regulated manufacturing business. This is a key role within the engineering team, responsible for maintaining and developing site automation systems while driving continuous improvement projects across production. Working in a modern manufacturing environment, you'll play a leading role in improving machine reliability, introducing new automation technologies, and supporting the delivery of innovative engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities • Fault find, maintain and improve PLC and control systems, including Allen Bradley, Siemens and Omron platforms. • Provide technical support for production breakdowns, identifying and implementing permanent corrective actions. • Manage software backups, version control and system documentation. • Design, specify and deliver automation improvements and new equipment projects. • Work with external suppliers through project design, FAT, SAT, commissioning and handover. • Develop connectivity between production equipment and manufacturing systems to improve data collection and traceability. • Validate software and automated equipment in line with quality and regulatory requirements. • Ensure all engineering changes follow robust change control procedures and are fully documented. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing OEE, reducing waste and improving product quality. • Identify automation obsolescence risks and develop upgrade strategies. • Support and mentor colleagues on controls and automation best practices. About You • HNC or higher qualification in Electrical, Controls or Automation Engineering. • Strong PLC programming and fault-finding experience. • Proven delivery of automation or controls projects within a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing, aerospace or similar. • Knowledge of industrial communication networks, automated production equipment and machine integration. • A proactive engineer with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous improvement. Package • Salary up to £60,000 • 4% Employer Pension Contribution (matched with 4% employee contribution) • 22 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays • Monday to Friday Days • Early Finish Every Friday (2:30pm) • Stable, long-term opportunity with genuine scope to influence automation strategy and future investment. If you're looking to join a business that is investing in automation and engineering excellence while offering an excellent work-life balance, we'd like to hear from you. kathryn.van-