Automation Project Engineer: FMCG Capex & PLC Expert

Nestlé; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension up to 12% contribution

25 days holiday + 12 flexible days

Volunteering days

Job summary

Nestlé Dalston Factory in the UK is seeking an Automation Project Engineer to lead design, installation and commissioning of capital projects on site. You will support the start-up phase and drive automation initiatives within a fast-moving FMCG environment.

Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, the role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while contributing to Nestlé’s digitisation plans and inclusive culture. Dalston, Cumbria location with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ideally degree educated in Electrical or Automation field or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Experience with PLC programming and automation systems is essential.
• Strong stakeholder management and continuous improvement mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Design, install and commission capital projects on site.
• Support start-up phase of projects within scope and timeline.
• Ensure safety, quality and cost targets align with project goals.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Change management

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Job description

Nestlé Dalston Factory in the UK is seeking an Automation Project Engineer to lead design, installation and commissioning of capital projects on site. You will support the start-up phase and drive automation initiatives within a fast-moving FMCG environment.

Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, the role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while contributing to Nestlé’s digitisation plans and inclusive culture. Dalston, Cumbria location with competitive benefits.