Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer – Systems & Software

Location: North Manchester, UK

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 Per Annum (Plus excellent Benefits – see below)

Industry: Global Engineering & Bespoke Machinery Manufacturing

Hours: Mon – Fri on Site. Occasional travel to other sites (Definitely a bonus not a draw back!)

Benefits:

• Private Health Insurance – access to private GPs, specialists, dental, optical, physiotherapy & nutrition
• Performance Based Bonuses – Tied to company success
• Excellent Holiday Allowance – Starting at 33 days and going higher with tenure
• Global & International exposure – with this role you will fly around the world to various site, to learn and share the best cutting edge technology and innovations

Build the Future of Automation

An international engineering firm is seeking a skilled Automation Software Engineer to join its high-performance team. This role is a key part of the business’s innovation pipeline, contributing to the design, delivery, and support of advanced automation systems used in industrial machinery worldwide.

You’ll be based at our Greater Manchester facility, with occasional travel to customer sites across the globe for commissioning, retrofits, and technical support.

What You’ll Do

• Design, program, and test automation software using Siemens TIA Portal, WinCC, and Sinamics drive systems
• Adapt standard machine software from master codebases for customer-specific needs
• Develop software solutions for unique, one-off machines and R&D prototypes
• Independently modify PLC, SCADA, and drive control logic
• Work with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions
• Support retrofit projects and provide hands-on troubleshooting when needed
• Manage automation software projects from concept to deployment
• Ensure all systems comply with relevant regulations and internal quality standards

Your Background

• Strong experience in all things Siemens & Scada – knowledge of other systems (Schneider / Allen Bradley etc a plus)
• Understanding of industrial automation, machine controls, and electrical systems
• Experience commissioning complex machinery
• Ability to travel internationally when required
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities and autonomy

Desirable Skills

• Electrical cabinet design experience
• Familiarity with roll-to-roll winding, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, and FieldBus
• HND, BEng, or MEng in a relevant engineering field

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation projects with global reach. You\’ll be part of a company that values innovation, precision, and professional growth — helping shape the next generation of industrial technology.

Apply today!