Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA & CI in Manufacturing

Hunter Selection Limited; Bromyard; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday-Friday days role

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Opportunity to join a growing business

Job summary

Hunter Selection Limited is seeking an Automation Engineer to maintain and improve automated production systems across a manufacturing site in England. You will ensure equipment reliability, drive efficiency, and support projects from conception through commissioning.

The role requires strong PLC programming skills, experience with HMI/SCADA, and a solid understanding of electrical control systems, drives, and sensors.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Electrical/Automation/Mechatronics or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environments (FMCG, packaging, food & beverage).
• Strong PLC programming and debugging skills (Siemens/Allen-Bradley or similar).
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, fault-find, and optimise automated production equipment.
• Program, modify, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support new equipment installations, commissioning, and automation projects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical controls

Troubleshooting

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical/Automation/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA software

Job description

Hunter Selection Limited is seeking an Automation Engineer to maintain and improve automated production systems across a manufacturing site in England. You will ensure equipment reliability, drive efficiency, and support projects from conception through commissioning.

The role requires strong PLC programming skills, experience with HMI/SCADA, and a solid understanding of electrical control systems, drives, and sensors.