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Automation Development Engineer

Muller DairyHolland Moor, Skelmersdale🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Automation Development Engineer role offers significant growth and impact within a reputable FMCG company, allowing you to lead innovative projects and develop your expertise in key automation technologies. You'll thrive here if you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for designing efficient systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. Apply today to shape the future of automation at Müller!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Holland Moor, Skelmersdale, United Kingdom
Posted
2 days ago

Job Description

Are you passionate about automation and innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced FMCG environment where your technical expertise can make a real impact?

Mller is looking for a talented Automation Development Engineer to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of automation across our operations. (Requires familiarity with Siemens (TIA Portal), AVEVA InTouch, ProfiNET and P&IDs)

Key Responsibilities:
  • As an Automation Development Engineer, you will:
  • Lead and manage automation elements of technical investment projects, ensuring alignment with Mller's project management and investment processes.
  • Act as the Automation SME (Subject Matter Expert) when engaging with suppliers-validating quotes and supporting scope changes.
  • Provide technical support to project teams and ensure delivery to agreed specifications and quality standards.
  • Design and deliver both complex and less complex automation projects across Mller sites.
  • Promote and maintain Mller's automation standards, ensuring compliance and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure automation architectures align with OT standards.
  • Support central engineering and site teams in identifying obsolescence risks and developing Capex submissions.
  • Deliver on-the-job training and technical coaching to site Automation Support Engineers (ASEs).
  • Provide specialist support for site Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and reactive support for automation/MIS issues.

Your Mller Responsibilities
  • Design systems with a focus on Lowest Total Cost of Ownership and the unique challenges of FMCG environments.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and understand how your work impacts business performance.
  • Collaborate across engineering and other departments to support Mller's OGSM (Objectives, Goals, Strategies, Measures).
  • Champion health and safety for yourself and others.

What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience in automation engineering, ideally within Dairy, FMCG or manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of automation systems, OT architecture, and project lifecycle management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to coach and mentor others, with a collaborative and proactive mindset. • Familiarity with Rockwell / Siemens PLC

Why Join Mller?

At Mller, we don't just make dairy products, we make careers. Joining our team means becoming part of a business that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Here's why Mller could be your next great move:
  • Be part of a company that invests in cutting-edge automation and engineering solutions to stay ahead in the FMCG sector.
  • We support your development with tailored training, mentoring, and opportunities to progress within a global organisation.
  • Your expertise will directly influence the efficiency and sustainability of our operations, helping us deliver high-quality products to millions.
  • Work in an environment that values diversity, encourages ideas, and fosters a sense of belonging.
  • Enjoy a competitive salary, 10% annual bonus, pension scheme, and a range of employee perks designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
  • Join a business that's serious about reducing its environmental footprint and driving positive change.

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You can find out more about Mller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Mller UK & Ireland

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