Automation Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 10%

BUPA healthcare

Dental & optical care

Life assurance 4x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts platform

Christmas shutdown

25 days holiday

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

Training opportunities

Profit share

Job summary

Omega Resource Group in Darwen seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to deliver controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

This hands-on role requires PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, project delivery from concept to commissioning, and collaboration with stakeholders. A degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and safety compliance knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related field
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial automation environments
• Strong PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation experience
• Proven project management and design tooling proficiency
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations and contractor management
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and deliver automation and controls projects from concept to commissioning
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets and resources
• Program, modify and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors and suppliers
• Conduct site surveys and progress reviews
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and presentations
• Support procurement activities and supplier selection
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards
• Provide mentorship to engineering colleagues
• Drive continuous improvement across site automation

Skills

PLC/SCADA/HMI

Instrumentation knowledge

Project management

Engineering design tools

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Lean/continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering

HNC/HND in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Automation Engineer

Days
Darwen
£50,000 - £55,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business. This is a varied and hands-on role focused on delivering controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

Responsibilities - Automation Engineer

• Plan, design and deliver automation and controls engineering projects from initial concept through to commissioning and handover.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Program, modify and maintain PLC, HMI and SCADA systems to support manufacturing operations and improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Conduct site surveys, inspections and progress reviews to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and project presentations.
• Support procurement activities, including specification reviews and supplier selection.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, health & safety regulations and contractor management requirements.
• Provide technical support, coaching and mentorship to engineering colleagues.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across site automation systems.

Experience / Qualifications - Automation Engineer

• Bachelor's degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Project Engineer or Improvement Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation systems.
• Experience managing engineering projects from design through to implementation.
• Excellent understanding of engineering principles and project management methodologies.
• Proficient in engineering design tools and project management software.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, industry standards and contractor management processes.
• Experience of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing or operational excellence programmes would be highly advantageous.

Benefits - Automation Engineer

• Pension Scheme with company contributions of up to 10%
• Free BUPA healthcare cover with the option to add family members
• Dental and optical healthcare programme
• Life assurance at 4x annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing services
• Discounts platform offering savings across supermarkets, retail and hospitality
• Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Christmas Savings Scheme
• Free secure on-site parking
• Canteen facilities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Online Health & Safety and Business Compliance training
• Full PPE provided, including safety boots and spectacles
• Profit share scheme and performance-related bonuses
• Long service awards and incentive programmes
• On-site Occupational Health Therapist
• Physical and mental wellbeing initiatives, including company fitness activities
• Ongoing external training and development opportunities
• Company social events and contributed Christmas parties

Ideal background / Previous roles may include: Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC/SCADA Engineer, EC&I Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, or Project Engineer within a manufacturing or industrial environment.