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Controls & Automation Engineer

ETS ConsultingDarwen, Lancashire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 13 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£50k - £55k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Controls & Automation Engineer Manufacturing

Location: Darwen

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Pension + Healthcare + Bonus

Days Based Role

Reference: 7234/JB


The Company

An excellent opportunity has arisen within a global giant within the manufacturer of specialist acrylic based products to a wide variety of industries. The group has a presence worldwide and have been established for over 100 years. They have grown based on its technological development and expertise, leading to a worldwide reputation for high quality products and services based on leading edge technology.

Key Skills

Apprentice Trained Engineer in Electrical

Experience of PLC systems & Automated machinery

Understanding of PPM systems

The Role

PLC Programming and Fault Finding (Allen Bradley, Siemens)

Proven experience in the use and implementation of PLC systems and automated production processes.

Knowledge of robotics, pneumatic, mechanical systems

Proven ability to use a logical approach to problem solving and root cause corrective action (RCCA)

Familiarity with formal problem-solving techniques such as SGA, DMAIC, 7-step, PDCA, 5 Why and Fishbone Diagram.

Experience with SCADA Systems

Knowledge of equipment OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), planned maintenance and spares control

Proven ability to implement project schedules and plan effectively and on time

Experience with capital investment for new or improved equipment

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Significant experience in electronics and / or automotive manufacturing is preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

If you are interested in this role please send a copy of your current CV using the details provided, interviews will be held locally, and the company is looking to recruit this role as soon as possible.

ETSConsultingLtd Recruitment specialists with specific areas of expertise in the Manufacturing, Technical, Engineering and Sales markets.

ETSConsultingLimited act as an employment business and employment agency and are registered in England and Wales asETSConsultingLimited, registered no 06164846. Registered office address 7 Stamford Square, Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, United Kingdom, OL6 6QU.

If one of our consultants contacts you in relation to this role, please be aware that as part of our registration process you will be required to provideETSConsultingwith proof of your identity along with proof of your eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.


Skills

Robotics
Microsoft Office

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