Automation Engineer

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sustainability mission

Diverse team

Empowerment to implement ideas

Professional development

Pension plan

Competitive salary

Lunch and transport benefits

Job summary

Siemens Gamesa in Hull seeks an Automation Engineer to support automated manufacturing processes in our blade facility. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and commission advanced automation systems to maximize uptime and safety.

You will program Siemens PLCs with TIA Portal, diagnose faults across drives, HMIs and networks, and collaborate with global teams to drive improvements and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent HNC/HND with experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Siemens PLCs and automation systems.
• Extensive experience with TIA Portal for programming and maintenance.
• Experience with drive technologies, HMIs and industrial control systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking and Ethernet/IP.
• Experience designing, maintaining and upgrading automated equipment in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience supporting production and minimizing downtime.
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT processes and change control.
• Understanding of Functional Safety and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, improve, and commission advanced automation systems in manufacturing.
• Program, configure, troubleshoot Siemens PLCs using TIA Portal.
• Diagnose faults across PLCs, drives, HMIs, and industrial networks.
• Lead or support FAT, SAT and commissioning of new equipment.
• Create and align technical specifications for new systems.
• Design upgrades to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
• Manage PLC backups and engineering change control processes.
• Collaborate with global teams, suppliers, and maintenance for improvements.
• Develop technical documentation and risk assessments.
• Drive continuous improvement for manufacturing efficiency and equipment reliability.

Skills

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Drive technologies

HMI systems

Industrial networking

Fault finding

Functional Safety

Lean Manufacturing

Stakeholder management

Technical documentation

Education

Degree in Automation Engineering

HNC/HND + industry experience

Tools

Siemens PLCs

TIA Portal

Ethernet/IP networking

HMI systems

Job description

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa are becoming Omterra. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Kingston up Hull Cit

Kingston Upon Hull

Remote vs. Office

Office/Site only

Company

Organization

Wind Power

Business Unit

Operations

Full-time

Experience Level

Professional / Experienced

AUTOMATION ENGINEER

A Snapshot of Your Day

As an Automation Engineer at our Hull Blade Manufacturing Facility, you will play a vital role in supporting the continued growth of automated manufacturing processes. Working at the forefront of renewable energy production, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, improving, and commissioning advanced automation systems that keep production running safely and efficiently. No two days are the same. You could be programming Siemens PLCs, diagnosing complex electrical and network faults, commissioning new automated equipment, or collaborating with engineering teams in Denmark and across the global business to deliver manufacturing improvements. Your expertise will help maximize equipment availability, reduce downtime, and support the production of world-class wind turbine blades.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Program, configure, troubleshoot, and commission Siemens PLCs and control systems using TIA Portal.
• Investigate and resolve complex faults across PLCs, drives, HMIs, electrical systems, and industrial networks.
• Support daily manufacturing operations by providing technical expertise and rapid fault resolution.
• Lead or support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities for new equipment.
• Create, review, and align technical specifications for new automated manufacturing systems.
• Design and implement upgrades to existing equipment to improve safety, compliance, reliability, and performance.
• Manage PLC backups, software version control, and engineering change control processes.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams, suppliers, contractors, maintenance, operations, procurement, and EHS teams.
• Develop technical documentation, work instructions, risk assessments, and compliance reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency and equipment reliability.

What You Bring

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or HNC/HND with significant relevant industrial experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Siemens PLCs and automation systems.
• Strong experience using TIA Portal for programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Proven experience with drive technologies, HMI systems, and industrial control systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking, BUS systems, and Ethernet/IP communications.
• Experience designing, maintaining, improving, and commissioning automated equipment within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience supporting production operations and minimizing equipment downtime.
• Knowledge of FAT/SAT processes, equipment implementation, and machine upgrades.
• Understanding of Functional Safety requirements, risk assessments, and compliance standards.
• Awareness of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a structured approach to fault finding.
• Experience managing engineering change control processes and PLC backup systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across global teams and external suppliers.
• Experience creating technical documentation, work instructions, reports, and engineering records.
• A collaborative team player who is passionate about renewable energy and committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

Who is Siemens Gamesa

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by multiple nationalities. We celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards and Benefits

• Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come
• A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
• Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization
• Employer-funded pension
• Attractive remuneration package (fixed/variable)
• Local benefits such as subsided lunch and public transport tickets, employee discounts and much more

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.