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Controls and Automation Engineer

Based in Bedford

We are an extremely well established Bedfordshire-based manufacturer selling our machines to household blue chip names across the globe and serving a wide range of industries.

Following a period of growth and rebranding, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Controls and Automation Engineer to join our business.

Based at our recently refurbished site on the outskirts of Bedford (within easy reach of the A6 and A421 and free on-site parking) you will work on the successful design and development of new products.

In addition, occasionally (approximately 4 to 5 times a year) you will travel both in the UK and Overseas to customer sites to resolve any automation issues regarding commissioning, installation and trouble shooting.

This is an exciting time to join us as we are continuing to expand product ranges, integrating technological advancements, and our development of bespoke solutions to meet specific customer needs means that your work will be interesting and varied.

We can offer a highly experienced Controls and Automation Engineer a very attractive salary (please state your requirement upon application) and benefits package dependant on skills and experience, early finish on Fridays, and the opportunity to directly contribute to NPD and NPI of one of Bedford's most highly respected manufacturers.

We invite applications from Controls and Automation Engineers with the following attributes:

• A background ofPLC /HMI control systems incorporating at least one of the following:
  • Siemens S7
  • Rockwell ControlLogix
  • Allen-Bradley Kinetics Motion Control
• Experience with Motion Control and Servo Drive Applications would be highly desirable
• Previous working experience of automated machinery
• Strong experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery
• Capable of programming HMIs and adapting screens to suit project needs
• Valid Passport and Full driving licence

More information available upon application.

Field Engineer – Automation & Control Systems
Location: Based in East Kent with UK-wide travel to client sites
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for a technically skilled Field Engineer to join a specialist automation company based in the Ramsgate area. This is an exciting and varied role offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge, bespoke automation systems designed for high-profile clients in the data centre and manufacturing sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, commission, and maintain bespoke automation and control systems on client sites
li>Carry out diagnostics, fault-finding, and repairs across complex electrical and software systems
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networking devices
• Provide on-site technical support and training to clients
• Collaborate with internal design and software teams to ensure seamless project delivery
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, service reports, and system logs
• Travel across the UK as required, with occasional overnight stays

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in industrial automation and control systems
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi)
• Experience with SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
• Good understanding of electrical panels, sensors, actuators, and industrial safety systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and engineering drawings
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Previous experience working within data centres or high-spec manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with integration into Building Management Systems (BMS) or Energy Management platforms
• Knowledge of commissioning and supporting UPS systems, HVAC controls, or power distribution

What's in it for you? 

li>Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Early finish on a Friday! 
li>Opportunity to work on some exciting projects  li>Progression available

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

For more information, including job description and company information contact Ruth Forster at Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching.
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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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Position: Automation Engineer
Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Job Type: Permanent / Onsite

My client, a globally recognised manufacturing business are on the hunt for an Automation Engineer to head up the automation cross new exciting projects throughout the business!

Role and Responsibilities –
In this role you will look to design, develop, test, implement and validate all methods of automation throughout new projects of work. It will look to focus on advancing the companies use of automated process and drive the process to improve.

Other responsibilities include:

• Own the automation of the overall production process from material receipt to product dispatch.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the seamless integration of the production processes.
• Working closely with the Process Engineering and Product Engineering Teams to optimise performance, manufacturability and costs while meeting the required standards.
• Identify and realise opportunities for continuous improvement and optimisation

Experience or Qualifications –

• Proven experience in an Automation Engineer role, leading all processes
• Expertise in working on programming from scratch and overseeing a project from initial concept to product dispatch
• Experience within medical device manufacture via the use of CNC machine tools (desirable)
• Sound working knowledge of appropriate CAD/CAM and CNC programming languages.

Benefits:

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Private Health Care Options
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Opportunities within the business to progress and grow!

Candidates who currently are a Automation Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer or Automation Production Engineer may be suitable for this position.

For more information regarding this Automation Engineer role please contact Ben Herd on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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