Automation & Controls Engineer

Automation & Controls Engineer in Plymouth (PL1), PL1 | Hunter Selection Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Mobile Vehicle Technician Octane Recruitment Plymouth, Devon £40178 - £60000 per annum 2 weeks ago Hybrid Engineer EDSB Compliance Solutions Plymouth (PL4) Up to £27,000 per annum 1 month ago Multi Trade Operative - Plumber - Plymouth Clarion Housing Plymouth (PL1), PL1 £34869 - £47945 per annum + per annum 1 day ago Maintenance Engineer Yolk Recruitment Limited Launceston (PL15), PL15 Up to £43000.00 per annum 1 week ago Field Service Engineer (Mechanical) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Plymouth (PL1), PL1 £40000 - £50000 per annum + + Door - Door Pay + Private Healthcare 1 day ago Senior Mechanical Fitter TQR Plymouth (PL7) 2 weeks ago Site Services Engineer ATA Recruitment Callington, Cornwall £47.4k per year + profit related pay, private healtchare, 7% pension, 1 week ago Tyre Fitter Kwik Fit West Hoe, Plymouth (PL1), PL1 3NB £26,228 per annum 2 days ago Escalator Service Engineer Otis Roborough, Plymouth (PL6), PL6 7DB Competitive + benefits 1 month ago Maintenance Engineer Hunter Selection Plymouth, Devon, PL6 1XX £50000 - £51500 per annum 4 weeks ago Automation & Controls Engineer Hunter Selection View Profile Plymouth (PL1), PL1 Permanent Contract; On-site Published: 1 day ago £50000 - £60000 per annum Apply Save Automation & Controls Engineer Hunter Selection Apply 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 business The 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 innovation Desirable 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 continues This 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. Code: INDENM If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. Apply Hunter Selection Banking and Financial Services 117 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2004 Location Bristol, Cardiff, Stafford Company size 51-250 Who are Hunter? With 20 years of history, we are proud to be a specialist recruitment consultancy who are B Corp Certified and employee-owned.  We have grown organically through the strength of our leadership team and valued employees. We cover the UK from four regional offices with four core divisions; Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales. Our foundation is built upon being an exceptional business operating within the recruitment market, serving all stakeholders with the highest integrity and excellence. We are committed to conducting business with a clear purpose, ensuring that our actions are mindful of environmental sustainability and positive social impact. Why choose us? We build strong relationships
based on trust and honesty with the professionals we work with during their job
search and seek to find the perfect employer to match their requirements.
  We know each person has unique skills, attributes, preferences and
motivations which can only be understood through interview. We partner with employers on
their recruitment projects every step of the way, providing the very best
permanent and contract professionals from the widest talent pool available.
 We don’t just send CV’s to potential employers- we personally refer the
best people on the market to match their needs. Only once we have taken the time
with every employer and candidate do we make our recommendations with
confidence to everyone. Our commitment We are firmly committed to fostering equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and within the service we offer.  We recognise that these values are integral to the success and vitality of our company and the wellbeing of our employees. We are dedicated not only to adopting these principles but also to embodying them in our daily operations, ensuring that our entire workforce is part of this journey. Through our services, we actively promote these values to our clients and candidates. Our recruitment approach is centred on providing the ‘best candidate for the job’, which allows us to collaborate with clients and candidates to foster an inclusive hiring process.  We will address any instances of discrimination originating from our colleagues, clients, candidates or within our supply chain. Our ED&I working group have all completed the APSCo Inclusive+ Recruiter accreditation and continue to develop and lead on this area within Hunter cementing their knowledge in order to support the development of our whole workforce offering clients and candidates an inclusive recruitment process. This accreditation not only guarantees we promote inclusivity throughout our service but also gives our clients the reassurance that we will source from the widest candidate pool to present the best shortlist on the market, without bias. Additionally, we have pledged our support to the mental health recruitment initiative, aimed at driving change in recruitment by combatting stigma and discrimination around mental health. Through these efforts, we strive to contribute to a more inclusive and equitable recruitment community. Learning & Development From the day our consultants start with us they join a fully supported induction programme. We provide ongoing support and continue to offer tailored training and varied career paths. Training is always varied and blended to ensure it suits everyone’s learning style, this includes; online, ongoing on the job training & coaching, classroom training & practical training. There is bespoke and more advanced training available throughout a career with Hunter. We run these on an individual, team and as whole company basis. We have central development team who provide support & training for all aspects of the job alongside developing our services and knowledge to ensure we always offer the best and most relevant service & knowledge to our clients and candidates. 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