Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Full-Time 47600 - 54600 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Southern Water

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and optimise automation solutions using Power Platform and Azure technologies.
  • Company: Join a growing Process Intelligent Automation team with a focus on digital transformation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and hybrid work options for better work-life balance.
  • Other info: Opportunity to shape best practices and support team growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact from day one in an evolving capability.
  • Qualifications: Experience in automation development with Power Automate and strong Power Platform skills.

The predicted salary is between 47600 - 54600 £ per year.

Location: Durrington (with regular travel to Falmer)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week) open to discussing flexible Start Finish times to support work-life balance

Hybrid: Minimum 2 days onsite

Level: £47,600 - £54,600

Role Overview

We’re growing our Process Intelligent Automation team and are looking for Automation Engineers across mid to senior level. In this role, you’ll design, build, and optimise automation solutions using Power Platform, RPA, and Azure technologies — helping to improve processes and support wider digital transformation across the business. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, process teams, and platform specialists to deliver scalable, secure solutions. As you grow in the role, you’ll also have the opportunity to shape best practice, contribute to technical standards, and support others in the team. This is a great opportunity to join a new and evolving capability where you can have real impact from day one.

Essential Skills Experience

  • Experience in automation development using Power Automate (Cloud Desktop) and Copilot agents
  • Strong experience with Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power Pages IVA)

Automation Engineer employer: Southern Water

Join a forward-thinking company in Durrington that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a flexible work culture, opportunities for hybrid working, and a focus on digital transformation, you will be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and can make a real impact. Enjoy competitive salaries and the chance to develop your skills in an innovative environment that supports both personal and career development.

Southern Water

Contact Details:

Southern Water Recruitment Team

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