Haystack
← Back to Jobs
Full time
Technology

Automation Engineer

ADR Specialists LtdManchester🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 13 May 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Automation Engineer role offers a fantastic opportunity to own critical control systems within a reputable food manufacturing facility, with a competitive salary of £55,000 and built-in career development. You'll thrive here if you're a skilled engineer with hands-on PLC experience, eager to contribute to a dynamic team and enhance your expertise. Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career!

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team.

This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00.

Key Responsibilities

  • Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens)
  • Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings
  • Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs
  • Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices
  • Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation
  • Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies

What You'll Need

  • Hands-on experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi PLCs
  • Programming and fault diagnosis of VSDs (SEW, Lenze, Siemens, Danfoss)
  • Experience with motor control circuits
  • Qualified Engineer (Electrical) with a higher engineering qualification
  • Strong communicator, team player, able to work under pressure

Desirable: Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, WinCC, Safety

ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.

Similar jobs

Apply now