Automation Engineer
CV-LibraryLaindon, EssexpermanentPosted: 30 July 2026
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Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a growing engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery.
Working within the Electrical & Automation team, you'll be involved in the full project lifecycle, from control system design and PLC programming through to commissioning and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on technically challenging automation projects for customers across a range of industries.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop PLC-based control systems for bespoke automated machinery.
* Program PLCs, HMIs and configurable safety systems.
* Configure remote I/O, servo drives and inverter drives.
* Integrate vision systems and other ancillary equipment into automated production lines.
* Produce and develop control system solutions from engineering specifications.
* Work closely with electrical designers, panel builders and project teams throughout project delivery.
* Carry out fault finding on PLCs, control panels and electrical systems.
* Commission automated machinery both in-house and at customer sites.
* Provide technical support, servicing and troubleshooting for installed systems.
* Ensure projects are delivered to the highest quality and safety standards.
* Travel within the UK and internationally to support installations and commissioning when required.
About You
* Formal Electrical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree).
* Strong experience with PLC programming and industrial automation.
* Experience commissioning special purpose machinery or automated production equipment.
* Good understanding of electrical schematics and control panel design.
* Experience with HMIs, safety systems, servo drives and inverter drives.
* Knowledge of industrial networks and automation hardware.
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
* Flexible to travel for customer site work, including occasional international travel.
Desirable Skills
* Experience with SCADA systems.
* Knowledge of industrial vision systems.
* Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or highly regulated industries.
* Understanding of ATEX or explosive atmosphere regulations.
What's on Offer
* £50,000 - £65,000 basic salary.
* Permanent position with a growing engineering business.
* Opportunity to work on innovative automation and special purpose machinery projects.
* UK and international travel opportunities.
* Ongoing technical training and career development.
* Comprehensive benefits package
Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a growing engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery.
Working within the Electrical & Automation team, you'll be involved in the full project lifecycle, from control system design and PLC programming through to commissioning and customer support. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on technically challenging automation projects for customers across a range of industries.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop PLC-based control systems for bespoke automated machinery.
* Program PLCs, HMIs and configurable safety systems.
* Configure remote I/O, servo drives and inverter drives.
* Integrate vision systems and other ancillary equipment into automated production lines.
* Produce and develop control system solutions from engineering specifications.
* Work closely with electrical designers, panel builders and project teams throughout project delivery.
* Carry out fault finding on PLCs, control panels and electrical systems.
* Commission automated machinery both in-house and at customer sites.
* Provide technical support, servicing and troubleshooting for installed systems.
* Ensure projects are delivered to the highest quality and safety standards.
* Travel within the UK and internationally to support installations and commissioning when required.
About You
* Formal Electrical Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or Degree).
* Strong experience with PLC programming and industrial automation.
* Experience commissioning special purpose machinery or automated production equipment.
* Good understanding of electrical schematics and control panel design.
* Experience with HMIs, safety systems, servo drives and inverter drives.
* Knowledge of industrial networks and automation hardware.
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
* Flexible to travel for customer site work, including occasional international travel.
Desirable Skills
* Experience with SCADA systems.
* Knowledge of industrial vision systems.
* Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or highly regulated industries.
* Understanding of ATEX or explosive atmosphere regulations.
What's on Offer
* £50,000 - £65,000 basic salary.
* Permanent position with a growing engineering business.
* Opportunity to work on innovative automation and special purpose machinery projects.
* UK and international travel opportunities.
* Ongoing technical training and career development.
* Comprehensive benefits package