Automation Engineer - Buckinghamshire

Synergi Recruitment; East Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support critical production IT systems at a high-volume production site. You will lead optimization initiatives and ensure system performance. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and experience in automated industries. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits including annual pay reviews, holiday options, and matched pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days holiday plus optional buy

Matched pension contributions up to 6%

Life assurance at 4x salary

Flexible benefits and employee discount platform

Career progression through training

Qualifications

• Experience in automated process industries (e.g. Food, Brewing, Pharma, Chemical).
• Hands-on experience supporting production IT and automation systems.
• Knowledge of OEE and RMS is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Structured troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Maintenance of production IT infrastructure.
• Leading optimization projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting automation systems

Preventive maintenance

System monitoring

Leading Continuous Improvement initiatives

Excellent communication skills

Team-focused mindset

Education

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

Tools

PLC/S7

Aveva Wonderware

Job description

Overview

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

Working With Purpose

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