Automation Engineer
1 day ago
Darwen
Automation Engineer Days Darwen £50,000 - £55,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business. This is a varied and hands-on role focused on delivering controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment. Responsibilities - Automation Engineer • Plan, design and deliver automation and controls engineering projects from initial concept through to commissioning and handover., • Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements., • Program, modify and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems to support manufacturing operations and improvement initiatives., • Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers to ensure project objectives are achieved., • Conduct site surveys, inspections and progress reviews to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget., • Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and project presentations., • Support procurement activities, including specification reviews and supplier selection., • Identify, assess and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle., • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, health & safety regulations and contractor management requirements., • Provide technical support, coaching and mentorship to engineering colleagues., • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across site automation systems. Experience / Qualifications - Automation Engineer • Bachelor's degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related engineering discipline., • Previous experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Project Engineer or Improvement Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment., • Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation systems., • Experience managing engineering projects from design through to implementation., • Excellent understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies., • Proficient in engineering design tools and project management software., • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of health & safety legislation, industry standards and contractor management processes., • Experience of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing or operational excellence programmes would be highly advantageous. Benefits - Automation Engineer • Pension Scheme with company contributions of up to 10%, • Free BUPA healthcare cover with the option to add family members, • Dental and optical healthcare programme, • Life assurance at 4x annual salary, • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing services, • Discounts platform offering savings across supermarkets, retail and hospitality, • Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year, • Christmas Savings Scheme, • Free secure on-site parking, • Canteen facilities, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave, • Online Health & Safety and Business Compliance training, • Full PPE provided, including safety boots and spectacles, • Profit share scheme and performance-related bonuses, • Long service awards and incentive programmes, • On-site Occupational Health Therapist, • Physical and mental wellbeing initiatives, including company fitness activities, • Ongoing external training and development opportunities, • Company social events and contributed Christmas parties For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to andrew.haddon@omegaresource.co.uk For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit _ Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC/SCADA Engineer, EC&I Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, or Project Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.