Automation Engineer

Omega; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with company contri­b­u

Free BUPA healthcare cover

Dental and optical healthcare

Life assurance at 4x annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts platform across shopping

25 days holiday + bank holidays

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

Profit share scheme

Long service awards

On-site Occupational Health

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Omega is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing site in Darwen. The role is hands-on and focuses on delivering controls and instrumentation projects across a busy production environment.

You will plan, design, program and maintain PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, manage budgets and schedules, and work with contractors and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Automation engineering.
• Experience as Automation/Controls/Project/Improvement Engineer in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA and instrumentation.
• Experience managing projects from design to implementation.
• Good communication and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and deliver automation 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.
• Ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.
• Prepare documentation and presentations.
• Support procurement and supplier selection.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Drive continuous improvement across site automation.
• Provide mentorship to colleagues.

Skills

PLC/HMI/SCADA knowledge

Instrumentation systems

Project management

Communication skills

Multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

PLC programming tools

SCADA software

HMI development tools

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 opportunitiesCompany social events and contributed Christmas parties

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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.