Automation Project Engineer (FMCG) - On-site Growth

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme up to 12%

25 days holiday + 12 flexible days

Volunteer days

Job summary

Nestlé Dalston Factory is recruiting an Automation Project Engineer to support the design, installation and commissioning of capital investment projects on site. This role focuses on automation systems and digitisation across a highly automated PLC controlled process plant.

You will drive the start‑up phase, ensure delivery within defined timing, cost and quality, and collaborate with the Project Engineering Manager. FMCG experience and PLC skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience as Automation Engineer in FMCG manufacturing.
• CapEx project experience is essential.
• Degree in Electrical/Automation or recognised apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Design, install and commission capital investment projects on site.
• Support the start‑up phase of projects and lead automation workstreams.
• Ensure completion within time, cost and quality targets per URS.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation engineering

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Recognised apprenticeship

Job description

Nestlé Dalston Factory is recruiting an Automation Project Engineer to support the design, installation and commissioning of capital investment projects on site. This role focuses on automation systems and digitisation across a highly automated PLC controlled process plant.

You will drive the start‑up phase, ensure delivery within defined timing, cost and quality, and collaborate with the Project Engineering Manager. FMCG experience and PLC skills are highly valued.