Automation Engineer: Drive Smart Manufacturing & ROI

Astemo Ltd.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Sports & Social Fund

Flexitime

Early Finish Friday

Yearly Bonus Scheme

Flexible Holidays

Life Insurance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Job summary

Astemo Bolton is seeking an Automation Engineer to strengthen our Production Engineering team. You will design and implement automated manufacturing processes, analyse production workflows, and collaborate with equipment suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions.

This role requires PLC programming and robotics knowledge, experience in automotive/electronics manufacturing, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven PLC programming and fault-finding experience in automated manufacturing.
• Experience with robotics and production equipment.
• Knowledge of RCCA, DMAIC, PDCA, 5 Why and Fishbone Analysis.
• Familiarity with IATF-compliant engineering documentation (FMEA, control plans, process flows).
• Understanding of OEE, PM systems and spare parts management.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including capital investment planning.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication abilities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in automotive and/or electronics manufacturing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency and performance.
• Analyse production processes and identify opportunities to increase automation and optimise equipment utilisation.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers to develop safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues within automated production equipment, PLC systems and manufacturing processes.
• Lead capital investment projects for new and upgraded equipment, ensuring clear return on investment and effective budget management.
• Support quotation activities, investment planning and manufacturing feasibility studies for new business opportunities.
• Work closely with Production Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure successful introduction and handover of new automated systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including machine upgrades, process optimisation, OEE improvements and JIT activities.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including FMEA, process flow diagrams, control plans and APQP requirements.
• Define project targets, monitor performance and implement actions to maximise productivity, quality and operational efficiency.

Skills

PLC programming

Fault finding

Automation systems

Robotics

OEE knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Automotive/electronics experience

Education

Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Automation Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Keyence

Job description

Astemo Bolton is seeking an Automation Engineer to strengthen our Production Engineering team. You will design and implement automated manufacturing processes, analyse production workflows, and collaborate with equipment suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions.

This role requires PLC programming and robotics knowledge, experience in automotive/electronics manufacturing, and a proactive approach to problem solving.