Controls & Automation Engineer

At Renishaw, we develop world-leading precision measurement, motion control and healthcare technologies that support industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to electronics and medical devices. As part of our continued investment in advanced manufacturing and automation, we are seeking a talented Controls & Automation Engineer to join our engineering team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative manufacturing equipment and automation projects, taking ownership of control system design, software development, machine integration and commissioning activities across a diverse range of applications.

Responsibilities

As a Controls & Automation Engineer, you will design, develop and support control systems for production machinery and automated equipment. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to commissioning and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing PLC and HMI control systems for automated machinery.
• Programming, testing and commissioning control software.
• Integrating robotics, motion control systems, drives and industrial communication networks.
• Supporting machine safety assessments and implementing safe control system solutions.
• Producing technical documentation, specifications and commissioning reports.
• Supporting factory acceptance testing, installation and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshooting and improving existing manufacturing equipment to enhance performance, reliability and productivity.
• Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software and manufacturing engineers to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
• Providing technical guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders where required.

Key requirements

• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in industrial automation, controls engineering and machine commissioning.
• Experience programming PLC-based control systems and developing HMI applications.
• Knowledge of industrial networks, motion control systems and variable speed drives.
• The ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Desirable requirements

It would be advantageous if you have experience with:

• Industrial robotics and automation integration.
• Machine safety and functional safety standards.
• Vision inspection systems.
• Industry 4.0 and connected manufacturing technologies.
• Manufacturing environments such as precision engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical or packaging industries.
  

Person specification

You will be a highly organised and proactive engineer with excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities, capable of communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Comfortable leading technical discussions and influencing project outcomes, you will combine strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The successful candidate will be equally confident working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team and will be willing to travel occasionally to support commissioning, installation, and project activities.

Why Renishaw?

Renishaw is a global engineering technology group renowned for innovation, quality and precision. Our people are trusted to take ownership, develop new ideas and contribute to technologies that make a real difference across the world. If you are passionate about automation engineering and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, *subsidised onsite restaurants and *coffee shops, free parking, *car sharing scheme and *24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites).

We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join Renishaw Health Trust (Aviva) and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.