Automation Engineer - Buckinghamshire

Synergi Search & Select Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer located in Buckinghamshire. You will support critical IT systems in a high-volume production environment, leading optimisation initiatives and continuous improvements. Required qualifications include NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or a degree in engineering, with strong experience in automation within process industries. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual pay reviews

24 days holiday plus option to buy 5 more

Matched pension contributions up to 6%

Life assurance at 4x your salary

Flexible benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in automated process industries (e.g. Food, Brewing, Pharma, Chemical).
• Hands-on experience supporting production IT and automation systems.
• Knowledge of PLC/S7 and OAS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automation systems including HMI, SCADA, and Siemens PLCs.
• Perform preventive and proactive maintenance of production IT infrastructure.
• Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting automation systems

Preventive maintenance

System monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive mindset

Education

NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or Degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Aveva Wonderware

Job description

Automation Engineer
Location: Buckinghamshire
Shift Pattern: Panama Shift - 12-hour Days & Nights
Salary: up to £70,000

We're seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team at a highly automated, high-volume production site. You'll support critical production IT systems and lead optimisation initiatives that drive continuous improvement and performance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Structured troubleshooting of automation systems including HMI, SCADA, and Siemens PLCs
• Preventive and proactive maintenance of production IT infrastructure (servers, drivers, networks)
• System monitoring and diagnostics to maintain uptime and performance
• Leading and participating in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
• Delivering optimisation projects with tangible outcomes

What We're Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or Degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience in automated process industries (e.g. Food, Brewing, Pharma, Chemical)
• Hands-on experience supporting production IT and automation systems
• PLC/S7 and OAS knowledge preferred
• Familiarity with Aveva Wonderware (WW), OEE, and RMS is a strong advantage
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, team-focused mindset with a drive to share knowledge and improve systems

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary with annual pay reviews
• 24 days holiday, with the option to buy 5 additional days
• Matched pension contributions up to 6% (12% total)
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• Flexible benefits and employee discount platform
• Career progression through targeted training and development

This is more than a role - it's an opportunity to contribute to sustainable food production and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and responsibility.

Ready to take on your next challenge in automation? Apply today and bring your expertise to a forward-thinking production environment.