At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead automation projects and optimise robotics in advanced manufacturing.
- Company: Respected UK manufacturer investing in cutting-edge technologies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, attractive pension, half-day Fridays, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of automation and make a real impact in manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience with industrial robotics, PLC programming, and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Excellent Salary + Attractive pension (7% employer) + Half Day Friday + Life Assurance + Sick Pay and more.
Are you an Automation Engineer looking for the opportunity to build automation capability from the ground up? Our client is a highly respected UK manufacturer investing heavily in advanced manufacturing technologies, robotics and Industry 4.0 initiatives. As part of a major transformation programme, they are seeking an Automation & Robotics Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering new automation projects, driving continuous improvement and shaping future manufacturing standards.
Working alongside an experienced Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will become the technical lead for robotics and automation systems across the facility, supporting both current operations and significant future capital investment projects.
The Role
As Automation & Robotics Engineer, you will be responsible for introducing, developing and optimising automation solutions across the manufacturing operation. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the deployment and optimisation of robotic welding and assembly systems.
- Taking ownership of existing collaborative robot applications and developing programmes for new products and processes.
- Supporting the introduction and commissioning of new automated manufacturing cells.
- Programming, modifying and improving robotic and PLC-controlled systems.
- Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), installation and commissioning activities.
- Developing automation standards, technical specifications and best practices for future projects.
- Supporting the implementation of machine vision technologies and future Industry 4.0 initiatives.
- Working closely with maintenance and production teams to improve reliability, performance and uptime.
- Producing technical documentation, SOPs, backup procedures and control specifications.
- Delivering training and knowledge transfer to operators, technicians and engineers.
About You
We are looking for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving real manufacturing challenges and delivering automation projects from concept through to production.
Essential Experience
- Experience working with industrial robotics and automated manufacturing systems.
- Robot programming experience gained within a manufacturing environment.
- PLC programming or modification experience.
- Knowledge of automation safety standards and machine compliance.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive approach and willingness to spend time on the shop floor driving improvements.
- Able to pass security clearance.
Why Apply?
Competitive salary, attractive pension (4% employee contribution, 7% employer contribution), Half-day Friday, Life assurance scheme, Company sick pay scheme which increases with service, Employee Assistance Programme, Additional Holidays & other Long Service rewards, Wellbeing initiatives, such as Free Fruit on Tuesday's, Cycle to work Scheme, Free on-site car parking, on-site electric vehicle charging points.
You will have the opportunity to influence the future automation strategy of a growing manufacturing operation and work on major robotics and automation investment projects. For ambitious automation engineers looking to take ownership, lead projects and leave a lasting impact, this represents an exceptional career opportunity.
At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in various industries.
Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as a DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.
Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
Automation & Robotics Engineer employer: Morgan Ryder
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