Automation & Controls Engineer (510 /28626 (AR)) Plymouth, England

Salary: GBP50000 - GBP60000 per annum
 
510 /28626 (AR)
Plymouth , Devon - easily commutable from Ivybridge, Saltash, Tavistock, Newton Abbot, Torquay, Exeter, Paignton, Liskeard and surrounding areas.

£50,000 - £60,000 + 10% Bonus + Early Friday Finish + Matched Pension + Benefits
 
An established and growing manufacturer is investing heavily in its Plymouth operation following a significant increase in production demand. With further expansion planned, the business is looking to strengthen its engineering capability through the appointment of an Automation & Controls Engineer.
 
This is a rare opportunity to join a site that is actively investing in automation, equipment upgrades, and process improvement projects. Working in a standalone specialist role, you will identify opportunities for automation, lead projects from concept through to implementation, and play a key role in improving efficiency, output, and overall equipment effectiveness across the site.
 
The Role
  • Fault find, maintain and improve existing PLC and control systems
  • Support production by providing rapid response to automation and controls issues
  • Maintain software backups, system specifications and version control documentation
  • Lead automation projects from concept, design and specification through to commissioning and validation
  • Work closely with suppliers and contractors, including FAT, SAT and project delivery activities
  • Develop connectivity between machinery, manufacturing systems and business systems to improve data capture and traceability
  • Support software and process validation activities in line with quality and regulatory requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement projects focused on OEE, waste reduction and manufacturing performance
  • Identify automation risks, obsolescence issues and equipment upgrade opportunities
  • Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues across the business
The Candidate
  • HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Electrical, Controls, Automation or a related engineering discipline
  • Strong PLC programming and fault-finding experience
  • Experience with Allen Bradley, Omron and/or Siemens control systems
  • Previous delivery of automation or controls projects within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience of process validation and structured change control procedures
  • Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proactive approach with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
Desirable
  • Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical devices, food, aerospace or similar
  • Knowledge of SCADA, MES or ERP integration
  • Experience with Food / FMCG / Plastics / Automotive / Process manufacturing environments
Benefits
  • Salary - £60,000 
  • 10% Annual Bonus
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Early Finish Every Friday
  • 4% Matched Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Retail Discount Scheme
  • Genuine opportunity to shape the site's automation strategy and grow the role as investment continues
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer, Systems Engineer or Automation Project Engineer looking for a highly autonomous position where you can drive meaningful change and deliver long-term improvements across a growing manufacturing operation.
 
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