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Automation Engineer - Aylesbury

Arla Foods

Aylesbury

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Full time

22 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join their flagship dairy facility. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for providing critical engineering support across automation and production IT systems while leading optimization projects that enhance operational performance. You will engage in structured troubleshooting of HMI and SCADA software, and Siemens PLC, ensuring proactive maintenance of all site systems. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a culture of shared knowledge and continuous improvement within a collaborative environment, making a tangible impact on the efficiency of production processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary
24 days holiday
Annual Pay review
Employer pension matched up to 6%
X4 annual salary life assurance cover
Flexible Benefits
Strong career development & training

Qualifications

  • Educated to NVQ level 3 / HNC/HND/ Degree in Engineering.
  • Proven experience in automated process environments.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver troubleshooting across site operations and automation systems.
  • Lead optimization initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Communication Skills
Team Collaboration
Project Management

Education

NVQ level 3 / HNC/HND/ Degree in Engineering

Tools

HMI Software
SCADA Software
Siemens PLC
Aveva WW
OEE
RMS

Job description

Arla Foods

Automation Engineer

Arla Foods Aylesbury Dairy, Aylesbury, HP22 5EZ

Shift pattern: Panama Shift – 12 hour Days & Nights

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 24 days holiday
  • Annual Pay review
  • Employer pension matched up to 6% (12% total contributory)
  • X4 annual salary life assurance cover
  • Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
  • Strong career development & training (internal and external training)

Role Overview

We have an exciting Automation Engineer opportunity based from our flagship UK Dairy Aylesbury. In this role you will provide critical engineering support across our automation and production IT systems and lead optimisation projects to improve operational performance.

What will the role look like?

  • Deliver structured troubleshooting across site operations equipment and automation systems, and provide a proactive maintenance service.
  • Deliver structured troubleshooting of HMI and SCADA Software, Siemens PLC.
  • Plan and maintain proactive monitoring of site systems (e.g. servers and network).
  • Deliver day to day and preventive maintenance on all site servers, drivers and automation systems.
  • Participate in and lead on local CI initiatives, taking ownership of projects and delivering tangible results.
  • You will take a lead in optimization initiatives, taking on project work and playing an integral role in continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will likely have;

  • You will be educated to NVQ level 3 / HNC/HND/ or Degree qualification within engineering discipline.
  • Proven experience within an automated process environment – Food / Brewing / Pharmaceutical / Chemical · Hands on maintenance of Production IT systems.
  • PLC/S7 and OAS knowledge preferred · Experience from working in a multicultural and global environment/company.
  • Knowledge on Aveva WW, OEE and RMS is a big advantage.
  • Good communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
  • Team player, who contributes to a culture of shared knowledge.

Please apply using the link or reach out to Alex Tyrrell, Senior Talent Partner, at Alety@arlafoods.com.

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