Automation Lead, Field Engineer - FMCG Projects (UK)

Müller; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking an Automation Development Engineer based in Manchester. The role involves leading automation projects, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in automation engineering, especially within the FMCG sector, and familiarity with Rockwell or Siemens PLC systems. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and various employee perks.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

Pension scheme

Employee wellbeing perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automation engineering, ideally within Dairy, FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of automation systems, OT architecture, and project lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage automation elements of technical investment projects.
• Provide technical support to project teams ensuring delivery to specifications.
• Design and deliver automation projects across Müller sites.

Skills

Automation engineering

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching and mentoring

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking an Automation Development Engineer based in Manchester. The role involves leading automation projects, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in automation engineering, especially within the FMCG sector, and familiarity with Rockwell or Siemens PLC systems. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and various employee perks.