Automation Engineer - Lead PLC Projects & Improvements

KP Snacks; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in Ashby de la Zouch is seeking an Automation Engineer to enhance automation systems and lead projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe operations and compliance with standards. Qualifications include a HNC in engineering or equivalent experience, and expertise in automation engineering and PLC programming. This role offers an annual bonus scheme, comprehensive healthcare support, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare support

Pension plan with contribution matching

25 days holiday

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Strong background in automation engineering required.
• Solid foundation in electrical engineering and control systems.
• Experience with project engineering and management.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and PLC support across the Ashby site.
• Collaborate with site teams and suppliers on automation projects.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Hygiene policies.

Skills

Automation engineering

Electrical engineering

PLC programming

Team coaching

Education

HNC or above in an engineering discipline or time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Siemens

TIA Portal

GX Works

CX Programmer

Rockwell Automation

Job description

A leading snack manufacturer in Ashby de la Zouch is seeking an Automation Engineer to enhance automation systems and lead projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe operations and compliance with standards. Qualifications include a HNC in engineering or equivalent experience, and expertise in automation engineering and PLC programming. This role offers an annual bonus scheme, comprehensive healthcare support, and various employee benefits.