Automation & Controls Engineer

Up to £52,000

30 Days Holiday

Monday-Friday Days

Training/Development

Pension

We are working with a leading FMCG manufacturer in Bicester who is looking for an automation/controls engineer to join their team. This role will be key to the development and growth on the site and help aid CI projects on their current processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, maintain, and optimise PLCs

• Develop and troubleshoot industrial robot programs 

• CI - Improve cycle times, reduce waste, and boost system reliability through program updates.

• Lead automation improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

• Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting 

• Create and maintain technical documentation (SOPs, schematics)

• Train production and maintenance staff on automation

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations

Requirements:

• Experience in automation engineering across manufacturing or industrial environments.

• Experience in PLC and/or robotic programming

• Strong electrical systems knowledge.

• Proven track record of process improvement and technical support.

• Competent in producing and managing technical documentation.

Jackson Leonard - Jackson@hunterselection.co.uk