Automation Engineer
Location: Buckinghamshire
Shift Pattern: Panama Shift 12-hour Days & Nights
Salary: Up to 70000
We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team at a highly automated high-volume production site. Youll support critical production IT systems and lead optimisation initiatives that drive continuous improvement and performance.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Structured troubleshooting of automation systems including HMI SCADA and Siemens PLCs
- Preventive and proactive maintenance of production IT infrastructure (servers drivers networks)
- System monitoring and diagnostics to maintain uptime and performance
- Leading and participating in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
- Delivering optimisation projects with tangible outcomes
What We are Looking For:
- NVQ Level 3 HNC/HND or Degree in an engineering discipline
- Experience in automated process industries (e.g. Food Brewing Pharma Chemical)
- Hands-on experience supporting production IT and automation systems
- PLC/S7 and OAS knowledge preferred
- Familiarity with Aveva Wonderware (WW) OEE and RMS is a strong advantage
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proactive team-focused mindset with a drive to share knowledge and improve systems
Whats in It for You
- Competitive salary with annual pay reviews
- 24 days holiday with the option to buy 5 additional days
- Matched pension contributions up to 6% (12% total)
- Life assurance at 4x your salary
- Flexible benefits and employee discount platform
- Career progression through targeted training and development
Working With Purpose
This is more than a role its an opportunity to contribute to sustainable food production and be part of a team that values innovation quality and responsibility.
Ready to take on your next challenge in automation Apply today and bring your expertise to a forward-thinking production environment.
- Holidays
- Pension
- Life assurance
- Employee Discount