Automation Engineer

TXM Recruit; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering organisation in Northampton is searching for an experienced Automation / Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will design, develop, and commission automation systems for complex manufacturing projects, requiring strong expertise in Siemens PLCs and a willingness to travel internationally. The role offers a salary of £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience working within high-speed manufacturing, process, or packaging environments is beneficial.
• Knowledge of automation networking and integration with manufacturing systems.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission automation systems for manufacturing projects.
• Provide on-site and remote support for integration, troubleshooting, and optimisation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver automation solutions.

Skills

Proven background as an Automation, Controls, or Systems Engineer

Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley systems

Job description

Automation / Systems Engineer

Permanent

Location: Northampton

Salary: £50,000

£55,000 + benefits

We are supporting a global engineering organisation in their search for an experienced Automation / Systems Engineer to join their Northampton operation on a permanent basis.

The Role

Design, develop, and commission automation systems for complex manufacturing and process projects.

Programming and configuring PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

Provide on-site and remote support for system integration, troubleshooting, and optimisation.

Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and project engineering teams to deliver automation solutions on time and to specification.

Ensure all systems comply with safety, quality, and industry standards.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven background as an Automation, Controls, or Systems Engineer.
• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs (essential).
• Experience with Rockwell / Allen‑Bradley systems (preferred).
• Knowledge of automation networking and integration with wider manufacturing systems.
• Experience working within high‑speed manufacturing, process, or packaging environments is highly beneficial.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• MUST BE HAPPY TRAVELLING INTERNATIONALLY.