Automation Engineer

Are you a skilled automation engineer seeking a rewarding role within a large, reputable company boasting a turnover of £30 million? This could be the perfect fit for you. Imagine a role where your expertise is not only valued but also pivotal to the success of a thriving organisation. This position offers the chance to work within a dynamic and supportive team, where professional growth and development are actively encouraged. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, ensuring that every team member feels empowered to contribute to their fullest potential. The role involves maintaining and improving the efficiency of production equipment, diagnosing and rectifying faults, and implementing preventative maintenance schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical engineering, with a proven track record of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In return, the company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility. Employees are provided with ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry advancements. Additionally, the company’s commitment to work-life balance means that employees enjoy a supportive and flexible working environment. This role is more than just a job; it’s a chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values its employees and invests in their future. If you are a dedicated and skilled engineer looking to make a significant impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.  Roles and responsibilities of an Automation engineer: Provide hands-on technical support for instrumentation and electrical control applications  Responsible for keeping programs backed-up and updating documentation, schematics and drawings  Analyse and implement required upgrades or projects in relation to the instrumentation and electrical control applications  Support the daily activities of the maintenance teams and assist in shut-downs, investment projects  Program monitor and modify PLC and DCS control logic  Troubleshoot PLC, DCS and relay control systems  Participate in the emergency on-call roster  Foster safe working principles throughout the plant. Highlight concerns or practices that contravene safety  Qualifications or skills required to be successful in this PLC / automation engineers role: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field 18th Edition is preferred Ability to read advanced electrical drawings. PLC experience including Siemens S5 and Rockwell knowledge. Ability to work on HMI’s, developing modifying and fault finding. Abilities to work with robots teaching and programming. The benefits of an automation engineer: Working Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM till 5:30 PM Staff shop  Basic salary of £50,000 depending on experience 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal growth company pension, death in service benefit Contact Sarah Armstrong at Maintech Recruitment on (phone number removed) or click apply. Connect with me on LinkedIn: (url removed) Recruitment – Engineering Great Careers! Maintech recruitment, are an equal opportunities agency and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; If you need any additional assistance with applying for this role please contact the team. Please note by applying for this role your data will be processed and stored inline with our privacy policy, full details of which are held on our website, and a copy can be provided if you wish