1,477 Automation Architects jobs in the United Kingdom

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing, and deployment processes.
• Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Configure and maintain configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions.
• Automate operational tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for production systems.
• Stay current with emerging DevOps technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical strategy.

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or a similar role.
• Proven experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Expertise in IaC and configuration management tools.
• Solid understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in remote teams.
• Knowledge of networking and security principles in cloud environments.

A leading injection-moulded plastics manufacturer, supplying major names in the automotive, heating, and cooling industries, is looking to expand their Engineering team by hiring an Electrical Automation Engineer.

This exciting role offers the opportunity to lead the planning, execution, and commissioning of automation and controls projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless asset integration while maintaining technical excellence, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of electrical automation initiatives.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
li>Opportunities for professional development
• Life assurance and well-being benefits, including gym discounts and medical care
• A supportive and inclusive team environment focused on fostering your talents and professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engineering projects safely, to specification, within budget and on schedule
• Ensure machinery and installations comply with safety standards and have up-to-date technical documentation
• Work closely with stakeholders across the business to facilitate smooth asset introductions
• Uphold core company values including Commitment, Integrity, Partnership, and Respect

About You:

• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical design, robot integration, and automated processes
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, motion control, and modern communication protocols
• Skilled in electrical installations and fault diagnosis
• Experienced in project management and delivery
• Confident personality with leadership and motivational abilities
• Ideally educated to HND or degree level

Basildon
Salary-Negotiable DOE
Monday-Friday with Flexitime hours

The company:
Based in South Essex, you will be joining a purpose-built design and engineering premises for chemical manufacturing feeding into a wide range of industries, including the pharmaceutical industry. They are now able to appoint an Automation Engineer to join their team.

As an Automation Engineer, you will work alongside the electricians and panel builders to assist in the design and build of the control systems and associated machinery. In addition, you will be involved in the designing of PLC-based electrical control systems from design specifications, programming PLC-configurable relay systems, as well as carrying out fault-finding on electrical control systems, PLC and hardwired systems.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Designing PLC-based electrical control systems.
• Programming PLC, touchscreen, and safety systems
• Fault-finding electrical control systems, PLC systems etc.
• Commissioning, support and carrying out service work at customer sites.

This is just a summed-up list of responsibilities and other duties will be required.

Skills and Experience required:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience and understanding of PLC'S and control panels.
• Qualified electrical apprentice or similar
• Ability to work in a team situation or alone.

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Automation Engineer (C & I Engineer / SCADA / PLC / Automation / BMS / Instrumentation)

Bristol

£55,000 - £65,000 + Generous Profit Share + Expense Allowances + Benefits

Controls & Automation Engineer required with an in-depth knowledge of PLC and/or SCADA by a mid-sized business growing at 30% per year. They are in an exciting position to help companies meet their Net Zero and other carbon / emission related goals.

The Automation Engineer will design and commission new C&I systems for heat recovery projects. These projects are delivered on a turnkey basis to clients looking to reduce carbon emissions through recovering the heat lost in their operations.

This is a varied and challenging role that involves many aspects from design & development, testing, commissioning through to handover to the client on site.

The Automation Engineer role:

* Designing and developing new control systems.
* Writing complex programmes from scratch on any manufacturer’s software.
* Create library of programs used in various heat recovery product lines and improve and standardise company tools.
* Work closely with sales team and/or customers to develop SOP.
* Configure and program the Human Machine Interface (HMI), controllers and network (Modbus, BACnet, etc.) according to the established standards.
* Create control and network drawings and prepare necessary documentation for the projects and clients.
* Responsible for testing, commissioning and troubleshooting control programs and the SOP either remotely or onsite as required.
* Participate in the training of test and supporting after sales technicians with technical documents, presentations etc.
* Developing proposals for new projects.

The Automation Engineer:

* Strong experience in any of the following SCADA / PLC / SQL / Automation / BMS / Electrical Controls.
* Able to write complex programmes from scratch on any manufacturers software.
* Experience in AutoCAD or other drawing software.
* Will ideally (not essential) have experience in building management systems (BMS), communication protocol (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, etc.) and proprietary controls (OEMCtrl, Siemens, etc.) is an asset.
* Will hold a technical degree or equivalent in electrical engineering, automation, or other related fields.

• Carry out routine and preventative on automation, control panels and robotics
• Fault finding and trouble shooting of equipment 
• Collaborate with the wider engineering team to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum and support technicians
• Mentoring the technicians on site 
• Record all work in the CMMS system 
• Adhere to Health & Safety Guidelines 
• Attention to detail 

• Apprentice trained or Equivalent Minimum level 3 
• Multi Skilled Electrically Bias 
• Experienced in Automation, Maintenance Engineering within an FMCG environment 
• Experience with Siemens S7 
• Troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of HMI's and PLCs
• Strong Communicator
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis 

• Salary £59,000 inc Shift Premium 
• Perm Night Shift 4 on 3 off 
• 26 Days Annual Leave 
• Private medical Insurance 
• Product Discount
• Gym Membership 
• Vehicle Scheme 

Automation Engineer – 12 Month Contract (Inside IR35)

• Exciting opportunity to work in the water industry
• Remote working with monthly meetings in Bath + site installation work in Dorset and Somerset

This is an exciting opportunity to join a major project in the water industry – a stable sector with significant ongoing investment. Initially a 12-month contract, the scope of project work could extend up to 5 years, offering excellent long-term potential.

You’ll be part of a team of 20, working with a business that values its people and builds its culture on honesty, communication, hard work, and trustworthiness. Water industry experience is not required – the client will consider strong automation and control engineers from other sectors.

The Role
You’ll support the delivery of automation and control projects from detailed design through to site commissioning, with responsibilities including:

Detailed Design:

• PLC control software writing to URS

• HMI/SCADA graphical interface creation

• Software Factory Acceptance Testing (bench FAT)

• Site telemetry preparation (Prism/ScopeX)

On-Site Commissioning:

• Panel (MCC) Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

• Site PLC code installation, testing, and functional testing against URS

• Legacy PLC systems integration

• Site telemetry testing

• Inter-PLC communications installation and testing (fibre optic and radio Ethernet)

• Fibre optic ring (redundant) commissioning and fault finding

• Profibus DP network commissioning and diagnostics

• Updating and reporting to the Senior Automation Engineer on project activities

Knowledge & Experience required:

• Siemens TIA Portal: PLC/HMI programming

• Siemens Step7: PLC/HMI programming

• Mitsubishi GXIEC PLCs and E-Series HMIs

• Prism/ScopeX Telemetry

• High computer literacy (MS Office, Virtual Machines)

• Accredited and in-date CSCS card

• Clean driving licence and reliable car

Desirable:

• Previous experience in water/wastewater treatment

Personal attributes:

• Self-motivated and proactive

• Strong communicator, able to work effectively within site delivery teams

Contract details:

• 12-month contract (project could extend up to 5 years)

• Inside IR35

• Remote working with one monthly meeting in Bath

• Site work required in Dorset and Somerset

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A small, growing manufacturer specialising in tablet and powder blends for cleaning products. The company currently operates with semi-automated processes and is looking to explore full automation of its production line.

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the setup and optimisation of automated manufacturing systems. This short-term assignment will focus on improving efficiency and layout of the production line, including labelling, filling, and tablet pressing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess current semi-automated processes and identify opportunities for full automation.
• Support the setup and integration of labelling and filling machines, tablet presses, and conveyor systems.
• Advise on layout and space planning for equipment installation.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth implementation and minimal disruption to production.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in automation within manufacturing environments, ideally chemical or process industries.
• Hands-on experience with labelling machines, tablet presses, sachet filling systems, and conveyors.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results within a short timeframe.
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills.

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