Automation Engineer – Automotive Production Optimizer

Astemo Ltd.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo Ltd. in Bolton seeks an Automation Engineer to design and implement automated production processes, improving efficiency and reducing downtime across lines. You will work with Production Engineering and Maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality operations.

The role requires a degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Automation Engineering, strong PLC programming skills, robotics knowledge, and experience with DMAIC/FMEA; cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation Engineering or related field.
• Experience with PLCs and automation in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of robotics and production equipment.
• Familiarity with IATF requirements and quality planning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated processes to boost production efficiency.
• Analyze production processes to optimise automation use.
• Design equipment and processes to maximise automation.
• Collaborate with suppliers to optimise equipment design for safety and quality.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in automated production lines.
• Manage investments, budgets, and ROI for new equipment.

Skills

PLC Programming

Automation Experience

Robotics

Pneumatic Systems

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA

IATF Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Automation Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Astemo Ltd. in Bolton seeks an Automation Engineer to design and implement automated production processes, improving efficiency and reducing downtime across lines. You will work with Production Engineering and Maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality operations.

The role requires a degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Automation Engineering, strong PLC programming skills, robotics knowledge, and experience with DMAIC/FMEA; cross-functional collaboration is essential.