Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

£55-60k + BUPA, 5% Annual Bonus, Matched Pension (7%)

Leicestershire. Ref: 25265

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to take a site-wide technical lead position, combining hands‑on problem solving with longer-term capability building. You’ll play a key role in improving reliability, reducing downtime and developing the engineering team. A strong background in manufacturing engineering / maintenance with proven experience of Siemens PLC systems (essential). Experience of working within a high speed, automated production environment ideal.

The Role

• Ensure reliability, safety and performance of automation systems.
• Deliver CAPEX projects from concept to handover, on time and within budget.
• Manage automation upgrades, installations, and obsolescence programs.
• Work with contractors, suppliers and internal teams on project delivery.
• Maintain automation standards, documentation and system compliance.
• Support training and development of site teams in automation systems.
• Ensure all work meets Health & Safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Provide out-of-hours support when required.

Automation Engineer – The Person

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical/Automation Engineering.
• Strong electrical and PLC experience (Siemens Step 7 / TIA preferred).
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or production environments.
• Experience in project engineering and CAPEX delivery.
• Knowledge of MES, networks and automation systems.
• Strong fault‑finding, problem‑solving and organisational skills.
• Good communication and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Self‑motivated, flexible, and safety‑focused.
• Willing to travel and provide occasional out‑of‑hours support.

Located in Leicestershire, this role would be commutable from Burton Upon Trent, Derby, Coalville, Tamworth and other surrounding areas.

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