Automation & Controls Engineer

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 businessThe 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 innovationDesirable

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 continuesThis 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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