At a Glance
- Tasks: Engineer and deliver innovative automation projects that shape a growing manufacturing site.
- Company: Dynamic manufacturing company focused on cutting-edge automation solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous pension scheme, life assurance, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Exciting career progression opportunities and a collaborative work environment.
- Why this job: Gain ownership of impactful projects and innovate with advanced technologies.
- Qualifications: Experience in automation engineering and strong PLC programming skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Tired of roles where you only maintain what's already there? This is your chance to engineer, design, and deliver new automation projects that genuinely shape a growing manufacturing site. In this position, you'll take ownership of designing, programming, integrating, and commissioning advanced automation solutions across a high-performing production environment. You'll work on everything from building PLC code from scratch to integrating robotics, SCADA platforms, networked systems, and Smart Factory technologies.
Job Responsibilities
- Design, engineer, and implement automation and control solutions across plant operations
- Develop PLC programs from scratch using Rockwell/Allen Bradley platforms
- Build and configure HMI and SCADA systems, including GE iFIX and FTView
- Integrate OEM equipment such as robots, label printers, servo drives and specialist automation components
- Lead commissioning activities for new and upgraded plant automation
- Configure industrial networks and integrate automation systems with MES and Smart Factory platforms
- Produce technical documentation, specifications and project scopes
- Oversee contractors and suppliers during automation project delivery
- Ensure all systems meet regulatory and internal engineering standards
- Support digital transformation initiatives across the site
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience as an Automation and Controls Engineer within manufacturing or industrial environments
- Strong expertise in Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi PLCs, HMIs and SCADA platforms
- Demonstrable experience developing PLC code and commissioning complex equipment
- Hands-on integration experience with OEM systems including robotics and servo technologies
- Understanding of Smart Factory principles, MES connectivity and industrial networking
- Experience managing automation projects between £500k - £2M
- Ability to travel across EMEA when required (including occasional US visits)
- Degree in Automation, Electrical, Control Systems or related engineering discipline (or equivalent)
- Chartered status desirable but not essential
Pay and Benefits
- Salary: Up to £55,000, plus up to 10% bonus
- Outstanding pension scheme - you contribute 4%, the company contributes 10%
- 37.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday
- Life assurance (4x average salary)
- Company sick pay scheme
- Onsite free parking
- Access to buyable benefits such as dental and medical cover
- Childcare vouchers
Ready to shape the future of a major manufacturing site? As an Automation and Controls Engineer, you'll have genuine freedom to innovate, implement new technologies, and deliver high-value automation projects that make a measurable difference. Opportunities like this with influence, ownership and clear long-term progression don't come around often. If you want to take the next step in your automation career, now is the time to apply.
Automation and Controls Engineer employer: Recruit Mint
Join our dynamic team in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, where we prioritise employee growth and a supportive work culture. As a Manufacturing Unload Operator, you'll benefit from competitive pay, structured shifts that allow for a healthy work-life balance, and ample opportunities for career development in a stable and expanding environment. We value your contributions and are committed to fostering a workplace where you can thrive and build a meaningful career.
