Control & Automation Engineer

Control & Automation Engineer

Competitive salary & package includng: bonus scheme, life insurance, private medical, EV charging and generous pension

Are you an Automation, Control Systems or EC&I Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement?

We are recruiting for successful, global manufacturer at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Liverpool.

With significant recent investment in automation, you will be supporting a growing range of advanced manufacturing technologies including automated filling systems, high-speed rotary equipment, robotics and automated material handling solutions.

The Role

Working closely with Engineering, Production and Maintenance teams, you will lead automation upgrades, system integration projects, troubleshooting activities and continuous improvement initiatives across a highly automated production environment.

You will:

Support and develop PLC, HMI, SCADA and control systems across the manufacturing operation
Drive continuous improvement and optimisation of automated production equipment
Lead automation upgrades and integration of new technologies
Provide technical support and root cause analysis for complex plant issues
Improve reliability, performance and efficiency of existing systems
Collaborate with equipment suppliers, integrators and engineering partners
Mentor and coach EC&I Technicians, supporting technical development across the teamRequirements:

We are keen to speak with engineers who combine strong automation expertise with a practical manufacturing mindset.

Experience gained within:

Chemical manufacturing
Process industries
Pharmaceutical production
Food & beverage
FMCG
Advanced manufacturing
Packaging or automated production environmentsExperience/Skills:

Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing
Experience working with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
Knowledge of instrumentation, process control and industrial electrical systems
Experience supporting automated production lines and robotic systems
A structured approach to fault finding and root cause analysisWhy Join?

This is a rare opportunity to join a business who continue to invest heavily in technology, automation and engineering excellence.

You will be joining a company that is:

Financially stable and globally recognised
Investing heavily in manufacturing technology and automation
Committed to continuous improvement and innovation
Large enough to provide genuine career progression opportunities
Small enough for your contribution to be visible and recognised

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary
Annual discretionary bonus
25 days holiday plus the option to buy and sell additional days
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Enhanced pension with significant employer contributions
Green car scheme
Free EV charging onsite
Cycle to Work scheme
Additional health and wellbeing benefits
Ongoing training and professional development

Interested?

If you're an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, EC&I Engineer or Industrial Automation Specialist looking to play a key role in the continued evolution of a highly automated manufacturing facility. Apply Now!

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed