At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead automation upgrades and troubleshoot complex manufacturing systems.
- Company: Global manufacturer investing in cutting-edge technology and engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, private medical, and generous pension.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team driving innovation in advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in automation, control systems, and practical manufacturing environments.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Competitive salary & package including: bonus scheme, life insurance, private medical, EV charging and generous pension.
Are you an Automation, Control Systems or EC&I Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement? We are recruiting for a successful, global manufacturer at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Liverpool. With significant recent investment in automation, you will be supporting a growing range of advanced manufacturing technologies including automated filling systems, high-speed rotary equipment, robotics and automated material handling solutions.
The Role
Working closely with Engineering, Production and Maintenance teams, you will lead automation upgrades, system integration projects, troubleshooting activities and continuous improvement initiatives across a highly automated production environment. You will:
- Support and develop PLC, HMI, SCADA and control systems across the manufacturing operation
- Drive continuous improvement and optimisation of automated production equipment
- Lead automation upgrades and integration of new technologies
- Provide technical support and root cause analysis for complex plant issues
- Improve reliability, performance and efficiency of existing systems
- Collaborate with equipment suppliers, integrators and engineering partners
- Mentor and coach EC&I Technicians, supporting technical development across the team
Requirements:
We are keen to speak with engineers who combine strong automation expertise with a practical manufacturing mindset. Experience gained within:
- Chemical manufacturing
- Process industries
- Pharmaceutical production
- Food & beverage
- FMCG
- Advanced manufacturing
- Packaging or automated production environments
Experience/Skills:
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing
- Experience working with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Knowledge of instrumentation, process control and industrial electrical systems
- Experience supporting automated production lines and robotic systems
- A structured approach to fault finding and root cause analysis
Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to join a business that continues to invest heavily in technology, automation and engineering excellence. You will be joining a company that is:
- Financially stable and globally recognised
- Investing heavily in manufacturing technology and automation
- Committed to continuous improvement and innovation
- Large enough to provide genuine career progression opportunities
- Small enough for your contribution to be visible and recognised
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 25 days holiday plus the option to buy and sell additional days
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Enhanced pension with significant employer contributions
- Green car scheme
- Free EV charging onsite
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Additional health and wellbeing benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development
Interested?
If you're an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, EC&I Engineer or Industrial Automation Specialist looking to play a key role in the continued evolution of a highly automated manufacturing facility, apply now!
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