Automation Project Engineer

Guidant Global; Wales; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join their Manufacturing Technologies Team. In this role, you will be responsible for deploying automated machinery for aircraft wing structures, developing new processes, and managing automation projects. A degree in Engineering and experience in automation and robotics are required, along with strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in automation and/or robotics.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support automated machinery for aircraft assembly.
• Develop new automated assembly processes.
• Manage projects related to automation and robotics.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Automation

Robotics

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Minitab

Skywise

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technologies Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying and supporting automated machinery used in the assembly of aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies. This role involves working with a range of machinery, from large Cartesian machines and industrial robots to CNC milling machines and collaborative robots (cobots).

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and support automated machinery for the assembly of aircraft wing structures and sub-assemblies.
• Develop new automated assembly processes, including drilling, fastening, routering, and milling.
• Define and specify new machinery requirements.
• Manage projects related to automation and robotics.
• Provide technical support and advice on existing machinery and cutter/drill/router use.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in automation and/or robotics.
• Knowledge of production processes used in Broughton and REACH legislation.
• Strong project management skills.
• Proficient in digital and data analysis.
• Experience with statistical or data analysis software tools (e.g., Minitab, Skywise).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including Practical Problem Solving (PPS).
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with collaborative robots (cobots).
• Familiarity with CNC milling machines and industrial robots.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.